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International Human Rights Law Paperback – 22 January 2014

by Daniel Moeckli (Author), Sangeeta Shah (Contributor), Sandesh Sivakumaran (Contributor)
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Written by leading experts in the field, this compelling textbook explores the essentials of international human rights law, from foundational issues to substantive rights and systems of protection. It also addresses contemporary challenges, such as terrorism, poverty, and environmental degradation. A variety of perspectives bring this multifaceted and sometimes contentious subject to life, making International Human Rights Law the ideal companion for students of human rights. This second edition provides up-to-date coverage, work by new contributors, and additional chapters on justifications, cultural rights, and international refugee law. New to this edition: A new chapter on cultural rights, written by Julie Ringelheim of the Universite Catholique de Louvain A new chapter on refugees written by Alice Edwards, Senior Legal Coordinator at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees A new chapter on the justifications for human rights, written by Samatha Besson of the Universite de Fribourg An expanded chapter on the United Nations and its system of human rights protection, updated by Jane Connors, Chief of the Special Procedures Branch of the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR).
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  1. Print length
    688 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Oxford University Press BPS
  4. Publication date
    22 January 2014
  5. Dimensions
    16.51 x 3.18 x 24.13 cm
  6. ISBN-10
    0199654573
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0199654574
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The book makes international human rights law thoroughly accessible. It is a great resource for not only undergraduate and postgraduate students but also to human rights advocates and practitioners. (Oluwarotimi Charles Olubokun, International Human Rights Law Review)

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Daniel Moeckli is an Assistant Professor in Public International Law and Constitutional Law at the University of Zurich and a Fellow of the Human Rights Law Centre, University of Nottingham. Sangeeta Shah is a Lecturer in the School of Law and a Member of the Human Rights Law Centre, University of Nottingham. Sandesh Sivakumaran is Associate Professor and Reader in Public International Law at the School of Law, and a Member of the Human Rights Law Centre, University of Nottingham. David Harris is Professor Emeritus and Co-Director of the Human Rights Law Centre int he School of Law, University of Nottingham.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Oxford University Press BPS; 2 edition (22 January 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 688 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0199654573
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0199654574
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 16.51 x 3.18 x 24.13 cm
  • Customer Reviews:
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missdrums01
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 19 April 2015
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This is an updated version of the first edition which is a must read for people coming to the subject of human rights law as a student or working in a sector involving work around human rights. Can be used as a starter book and an in-depth read for any subject related to human rights.
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ShoppingPotato
5.0 out of 5 stars Useful book on human rights
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 7 July 2015
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I needed to get this book for a particular module on my Human Rights degree, but it is a really well-written and informative book in general, for lawyers and students alike.
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 September 2015
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Good purchase. I am happy with this product.
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 February 2015
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Well presented book sub divided into areas of expertise of the relevant contributors. Used in connection with university work.
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Karolina
5.0 out of 5 stars Good
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 May 2014
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no complaints managed to buy it for less than the previous edition, and will help me in my IHRL module
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