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Textbook on International Human Rights Rhona K. M. Smith

Textbook on International Human Rights By Rhona K. M. Smith

Textbook on International Human Rights by Rhona K. M. Smith


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Global in coverage, the fifth edition of Textbook on International Human Rights provides a concise, wide-ranging introduction for law students new to the study of the subject. It considers historical factors, the work of the UN, regional systems, and a variety of substantive rights.

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Textbook on International Human Rights by Rhona K. M. Smith

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.

About Rhona K. M. Smith


Rhona K.M. Smith is Professor of International Human Rights at Northumbria University.

Table of Contents

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 right 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. Rights for specific categories of persons ; 23. Looking to the future

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CIN0199603340G
9780199603343
0199603340
Textbook on International Human Rights by Rhona K. M. Smith
Used - Good
Paperback
Oxford University Press
2011-11-24
440
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