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The Evolution of International Human Rights: Visions Seen
Paul Gordon Lauren
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Paperback. Focusing on the theme of visions seen by those who dreamed of what might be, Lauren explores the dramatic transformation of a world patterned by centuries of human rights abuses into a global community that now boldly proclaims that the way governments treat their own people is a matter of international concern. Series: Pennsylvania Studies in Human Rights. Num Pages: 432 pages, 16 illus. BIC Classification: JPVH. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 254 x 178 x 28. Weight in Grams: 880.
This widely acclaimed and highly regarded book, used extensively by students, scholars, policymakers, and activists, now appears in a new third edition. Focusing on the theme of visions seen by those who dreamed of what might be, Lauren explores the dramatic transformation of a world patterned by centuries of human rights abuses into a global community that now boldly proclaims that the way governments treat their own people is a matter of international concern-and sets the goal of human rights for all peoples and all nations. He reveals the truly universal nature of this movement, places contemporary events ... Read more
This widely acclaimed and highly regarded book, used extensively by students, scholars, policymakers, and activists, now appears in a new third edition. Focusing on the theme of visions seen by those who dreamed of what might be, Lauren explores the dramatic transformation of a world patterned by centuries of human rights abuses into a global community that now boldly proclaims that the way governments treat their own people is a matter of international concern-and sets the goal of human rights for all peoples and all nations. He reveals the truly universal nature of this movement, places contemporary events ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
University of Pennsylvania Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Series
Pennsylvania Studies in Human Rights
Condition
New
Weight
879g
Number of Pages
432
Place of Publication
Pennsylvania, United States
ISBN
9780812221381
SKU
V9780812221381
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About Paul Gordon Lauren
Paul Gordon Lauren is Regents Professor at the University of Montana. He is the author of a number of books, including the award-winning Power and Prejudice: The Politics and Diplomacy of Racial Discrimination.
Reviews for The Evolution of International Human Rights: Visions Seen
Beautifully written and meticulously researched history of the idea of human rights. . . . To read in this book how far we have come and how far we still have to go is an inspiration to the activist and a challenge to the idle. -American Journal of International Law An indispensable reference source for scholars and students of ... Read more