Full Description
The only textbook in the area to take a Global South perspective, drawing on the expertise of the authors and bringing in perspectives from a leading judge in the field. International Law of Human Rights takes students through a rigorous exploration of the theoretical foundations and principles of the subject, alongside current practice and procedures.
- Provides a unique Global South perspective, offering a broad view of the subject area.
- Focuses on the historical and philosophical foundations of human rights before exploring global and regional systems for their protection, and key substantive rights.
- Presents a clear and accurate account of current human rights law practice.
- Deep discussion and thorough analysis supported by 'further reflections' and 'critical debate' sections, and summaries of key cases.
- Insightful testimonial from the distinguished Judge Cançado Trindade helps to bring a complex discipline to life.
- Also available as an e-book with features and links that offer extra learning support.
Contents
Part 1: Foundations, history, and legal framework 1: Human rights 2: The development of the International Law of Human Rights 3: The normative framework of human rights under international lawPart 2: The universal system 4: The United Nations Charter-based bodies 5: The United Nations Treaty (Monitoring) BodiesPart 3: Regional systems 6: The Inter-American Human Rights System 7: The European Human Rights System 8: The African Human Rights SystemPart 4: Substantive rights 9: The International Protection of Substantive Rights (I) 10: The International Protection of Substantive Rights (II)
