Routledge International Human Rights: A Comprehensive Introduction

This book provides a comprehensive introduction to international human rights -- international human rights law, why international human rights have increasingly risen to world prominence, what is being done about violations of human rights, and what might be done to further promote the cause of international human rights so that everyone may one day have their rights respected regardless of who they are or where they live.It explains:how the concept of international human rights has developed over timethe variety of types of human rights (civil-political rights, economic-social rights, as well as a delineation of war crimes)empirical findings from statistical research on human rightsinstitutional efforts to promote human rightsan extensive listing of international human rights agreementsidentification of recent prosecutions of war criminals in domestic and international tribunalsongoing efforts to promote human rights through international aid programsthe newest dimensions in the field of human rights (gay rights, animal rights, environmental rights).Richly illustrated throughout with case studies, controversies, court cases, think points, historical examples, biographical statements, and suggestions for further reading, International Human Rights is the ideal introduction for all students of human rights. The book will also be useful for human rights activists to learn how and where to file human rights complaints in order to bring violators to justice.The new edition is fully updated and includes new material on:the Obama presidencythe Arab Spring and its aftermaththe workings of the International Criminal Courtquantitative analyses of human rightswar crimes. Review Haas has written the most comprehensive and detailed text on human rights to date. It provides an indispensable resource for seasoned scholars as well as students who seek an accessible entry into this complex field. David B. Ingram, Loyola University Chicago, USA.A refreshing take on human rights, balancing depth and clarity with the richness of examples. Ideal for teaching because it both informs and encourages critical thinking and action.Christien Van Den Anker, University of the West of England, UK. Michael Haas’ International Human Rights 2nd Edit. is truly a ‘comprehensive’ introduction. It covers all the major bases in this ever expanding field. As someone who has used the first edition as a textbook in introductory courses on human rights, I am delighted to find that this second edition provides even more analytical depth as it describes the various norms, treaties, histories, institutions and debates the fall within the modern international human rights regime. I look forward to using it in the futureJ. Paul Martin is professor and director of human rights studies at Barnard College, Columbia University, USA.This is an outstanding contribution to the study of human rights. It provides far-reaching analysis that effectively deals with the complexities of human rights, exploring essential areas other texts too often marginalise. Richard Burchill, Wilberforce Institute for the Study of Slavery and Emancipation, University of Hull, UK. "This text is remarkable – thoughtful, critical, and well-researched. It offers a truly comprehensive approach that engages the student in the challenge of human rights in the modern era." Michael F. Cairo, Transylvania University, USA."A rare tour-de-force, this book deserves wide reading by students, scholars and policy-makers...Through lucid writing, meticulous research and a comprehensive scope, Haas balances basic concepts with advanced analysis….A masterful contribution."Jacqueline C. Reich, Associate Professor of Political Science, Chestnut Hill College, USA.International Human Rights is not only a comprehensive introduction to the subject of human rights and related topics, it is also a detailed, clear, thoughtful, provocative volume that will prove valuable to government policy mak