Textbook on International Human Rights
Product Details
Author: Rhona K M Smith
Paperback: 475 pages
Publisher: OUP Oxford; 3 edition (31 May 2007)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0199289395
ISBN-13: 978-0199289394
Product Dimensions: 24.4 x 17 x 2.3 cm
Product Description
Truly global in coverage, the third edition of Textbook on International Human Rights provides a concise introduction for newcomers to the subject. Beginning with a brief analysis of the development of international human rights and the history of the subject, the text allows full consideration of the work of the UN before turning in more detail to regional systems of human rights, focusing on Europe, the Americas and Africa. The second half of the book looks at a variety of substantive rights ranging from the right to liberty to the right to work and the right to education, with illustrations from both regional and international law.
The strength of the book lies in its clarity and broad scope, with the focus on making the subject easily accessible to those with little or no prior knowledge of the subject. The author guides students through the complexities of each topic before providing a wealth of recommendations for further reading, essential cases and useful websites at the end of each chapter. Textbook on International Human Rights continues to be relied on by students worldwide as the first book to turn to for clear, accurate coverage and guidance for further research. Online Resource Centre The textbook is also supported by a website providing case updates, extended referencing and links to relevant websites.
About Rhona K M Smith
Dr. Rhona K. M. Smith taught Human Rights for a number of years at the University of Strathclyde whilst completing her doctoral thesis on International Human Rights. Thereafter she maintained an active research interest in the subject while continuing to teach. This has culminated in her work here, which she has carried out whilst embracing the English legal jurisdiction, teaching undergraduates and postgraduates on Civil Liberties as well as Human Rights courses at the University of Northumbria. She has also guest lectured on human rights in Australia at the University of New South Wales. postgraduates on Civil Liberties
