The International Law of Human Rights (Aust) Ebook |
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Author:
| Rice, Simon |
Series title: | Vital Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-0-19-551892-4 |
Publication Date: | Feb 2012 |
Publisher: | Oxford University Press Australia & New Zealand
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Book Format: | Ebook |
List Price: | AUD $99.95 |
Book Description:
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Engaging * Interesting * Rigorous The International Law of Human Rights provides a comprehensive overview of the concepts and theories of human rights, the institutions, instruments and implementation structures for protecting human rights, and the contemporary challenges of human rights law. Author commentary and examples illuminate a range of primary and secondary materials to rigorously cover the breadth of human rights law in a way that is interesting and engaging for all readers....
More DescriptionEngaging * Interesting * Rigorous The International Law of Human Rights provides a comprehensive overview of the concepts and theories of human rights, the institutions, instruments and implementation structures for protecting human rights, and the contemporary challenges of human rights law. Author commentary and examples illuminate a range of primary and secondary materials to rigorously cover the breadth of human rights law in a way that is interesting and engaging for all readers. Key Features Covers the breadth of international human rights law 'Snapshots' provide real-life illustrations to help bring the material to life, and demonstrate current practice and issues Part 6 on the rights of vulnerable people outlines the particular issues associated with vulnerable and marginalised peoples, including refugees, women, indigenous peoples, people with disabilities, workers, and children Covers the implementation of international human rights law in Australia (Part 4) Explores contemporary challenges for the international human rights regime posed by terrorism, transnational corporations, and the place of extraterritorial obligations and non-state actors