Textbook on International Human Rights (Textbook Series)

By Rhona K.M. Smith

Book Overview

This textbook provides a manageable text in Human Rights, covering all major aspects. The origins of contemporary human rights are discussed and a detailed analysis of the international system under the auspices of the United Nations is provided. It addresses the scope and enforcement of international human rights and highlights the advantages and disadvantages of the present system - the Universal Declaration and the International Covenants are considered, providing a link to the following detailed analysis of the Council of Europe. The institutions and processes are considered and a detailed tabulation of the rights, as interpretated by the EU courts, is provided.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1841743011
• ISBN13: 9781841743011
• Release Date: March 2003
• Publisher: Blackstone Press
• Length: 394 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 5.9" x 0.9" x 8.7"