Textbook on International Human Rights

By Rhona K.M. Smith

Book Overview

Textbook on International Human Rights provides a concise, wide-ranging introduction for newcomers to the subject.

The focus of this book is on ensuring that the subject is easily accessible to those with little or no prior legal knowledge. The author expertly guides you through the complexities of each topic before providing a wealth of useful references at the end of each chapter. The fifth edition covers the latest developments in the subject, including the review of the Human Rights Council, the implementation of Protocol 14 of the European Convention, and the developments in the African Union.

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 bi-annual updates on important legal developments, and a useful list of annotated web links to help with your research.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0199603340
• ISBN13: 9780199603343
• Release Date: January 2012
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 440 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 6.7" x 0.9" x 9.6"