From Cosmopolitanism to Human Rights |
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| Author:
| Frouville, Olivier de |
| Preface by:
| Allot, Philip |
| Series title: | French Studies in International Law Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-5099-3852-0 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2022 |
| Publisher: | Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
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| Imprint: | Hart Publishing |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $130.00USD $130.00 |
Book Description:
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This book explores a democratic theory of international law. Characterised by a back-and-forth between theory and practice, it explores the question from two perspectives: a theoretical level which reflects and criticizes the categories, words and concepts through which international law is understood, and a more applied level focussing on 'cosmopolitan building sites' or the practical features of the law, such as the role of civil society in international organisations or reform of...
More DescriptionThis book explores a democratic theory of international law. Characterised by a back-and-forth between theory and practice, it explores the question from two perspectives: a theoretical level which reflects and criticizes the categories, words and concepts through which international law is understood, and a more applied level focussing on 'cosmopolitan building sites' or the practical features of the law, such as the role of civil society in international organisations or reform of the UN Security Council. Though written for an academic audience, it will have a more general appeal and be of interest to all those concerned with how international governance is developing.