
Humanitarian Intervention
An Introduction
Aidan Hehir(Author)
Palgrave Macmillan (Publisher)
Published on 4. December 2009
Book
Hardback
320 pages
978-0-230-22030-0 (ISBN)
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Description
A broad-ranging introduction to the theory, practice and politics of humanitarian intervention on the contemporary world, its historical background and future prospects after the experiences of Rwanda, Kosovo, Darfur and Iraq.
Reviews / Votes
'Highly recommended. Lively and accessible, and a wonderful resource for teaching. Aidan Hehir provides a comprehensive overview of the history, theory and practice of humanitarian intervention, and of the concepts, controversies, moral claims and political calculations that have shaped the field.' - Anne Orford, Michael D Kirby Professor of International Law, University of Melbourne 'This thoughtful and thought-provoking book presents an accessible and engaging introduction to the key issues involved in humanitarian intervention. It will not end debates over this important subject, but it will ensure that those debates are better informed.'- Simon Chesterman, New York University School of Law, USA, and author of Just War or Just Peace? 'Objectively surveying a wide range of perspectives on an inherently contentious topic, this is an outstanding teaching tool and a textbook from which scholars will benefit as much as their students.' - Anthony F. Lang, Jr., School of International Relations, University of St AndrewsMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
Basingstoke
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 238 mm
Width: 162 mm
Thickness: 23 mm
Weight
612 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-230-22030-0 (9780230220300)
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AIDAN HEHIR is Senior Lecturer in International Relations, Centre for the Study of Democracy, University of Westminster, UK.
Content
PART I: CONCEPTS AND CONCEPTIONS What is 'Humanitarian Intervention'? The Just War Tradition The Sovereign State Theoretical Perspectives PART II: CONTROVERSIES Legality and Legitimacy Sovereignty as Responsibility Who Decides? Motives and Means PART III: CASES 'Humanitarian Intervention' in History Rwanda Kosovo Iraq Darfur Conclusion: The Future of Humanitarian Intervention?