Robertson A Dictionary of Human Rights

2. Auflage 2004
ISBN: 978-1-136-95872-4
Verlag: Taylor & Francis
Format: PDF
Kopierschutz: Adobe DRM (»Systemvoraussetzungen)

E-Book, Englisch, 356 Seiten

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.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Robertson, David

Fachgebiete

• Interdisziplinäres Wissenschaften Wissenschaften: Allgemeines Enzyklopädien, Nachschlagewerke, Wörterbücher
• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Politische Kultur Menschenrechte, Bürgerrechte
• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Internationale Beziehungen

Inhaltsverzeichnis

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

* explanations of terms connected with human rights including Abortion, Liberty, slavery, Genocide and Minority Rights

* includes entries on organizations concerned with human rights including: Amnesty International, Equal Opportunities Commission and American Civil Liberties Union

* outlines the significance of eminent thinkers, such as Locke, Cardozo and Nozick