| A Dictionary of Human Rights Contributor(s): Robertson, David (Author), Robertson, David (Editor) |
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ISBN: 185743207X ISBN-13: 9781857432077 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $332.50 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: November 2004 Annotation: Providing explanations of the terminology, issues, organizations, and laws, this reference work develops the key aspects of human rights in over 200 clear and concise A-Z entries. * Explains terms connected such as Asylum, Equal Opportunities, Freedom of Speech, Representation, and Civil Liberties * Covers organizations concerned with human rights such as Amnesty International, The European Court of Human Rights, and The American Civil Liberties Union * Outlines the significance of eminent thinkers such as Locke, Cardozo, and Nozick * Places key terms in their legal and constitutional context, with examples and explanations of their implications * Legal terms such as Injunction, Probable Cause, Clear and Present Danger, and Stop and Search are explained clearly and succinctly * Includes an appendix containing texts and extracts of leading documents, such as "The Declaration of the Rights of Man and the Citizen" and "The Universal Declaration of Human Rights," |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Reference | Dictionaries - Political Science | Civil Rights - Political Science | Human Rights |
| Dewey: 323.03 |
| LCCN: 2006285192 |
| Lexile Measure: 1610 |
| Physical Information: 0.97" H x 6.48" W x 9.18" (1.43 lbs) 356 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This reference work reflects the growing international concern over human rights. It provides explanations of the terminology, issues, organizations and laws surrounding this emotive subject. A Dictionary of Human Rights features: * over 200 clear and concise mini-essays * alphabetical arrangement for ease of use This book is a vital source for anyone interested in or connected with human rights issues |