
Textbook on International Human Rights
Rhona Smith(Author)
Oxford University Press
6th Edition
Published on 24. December 2013
Book
Paperback/Softback
440 pages
978-0-19-967281-3 (ISBN)
Description
Textbook on International Human Rights provides a concise introduction for students new to the subject. Clearly written and broad in scope, this popular text gives a concise introduction to international human rights, including regional systems of protection and the key substantive rights. The author skilfully guides you through the complexities of the subject, making it accessible to those with little or no prior legal knowledge. Key cases and areas of debate are highlighted throughout, and a wealth of references to cases and further readings provided at the end of each chapter. Textbook on International Human Rights continues to be relied upon by students worldwide as the first book to turn to for clear and accurate coverage. Online Resource Centre This book is accompanied by an Online Resource Centre, which features an online casebook, updates in the law, and an annotated list of web links to help with your research.
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Edition
6th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 174 mm
Thickness: 21 mm
Weight
680 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-967281-3 (9780199672813)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Rhona K.M. Smith is Professor of International Human Rights at Northumbria University.
Content
1. Introduction ; 2. Historical background ; 3. The United Nations ; 4. The International Bill of Human Rights ; 5. The United Nations organizational structure ; 6. Regional protection of human rights ; 7. Europe ; 8. The Organization of American States ; 9. The African Union ; 10. Monitoring, implementing, and enforcing human rights ; 11. Substantive rights - general comments ; 12. Equality and non-discrimination ; 13. The right to life ; 14. Freedom from torture; cruel, inhuman, and degrading treatment or punishment ; 15. The rights to liberty of person ; 16. Equality before the law - the right to a fair trial ; 17. The right to self-determination ; 18. Freedom of expression ; 19. The right to work ; 20. The right to education and human rights education ; 21. Minority rights ; 22. Group rights ; 23. Looking to the future