Weissbrodt, David S.

International human rights law : an introduction / David Weissbrodt and Connie de la Vega. - Philadelphia : University of Pennsylvania Press, c2007. - x, 432 p. ; 24 cm. - Pennsylvania studies in human rights .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Preface. - I. Basic Introduction to International Human Rights. A. Introduction to Human Rights as Part of International Law. B. Overview and History of international Human Rights. - II. Human Rights Categorized by Particular Rights, Responsibilities, adn Groups. A. Categorized by articular Rights and Responsibilities. B. Groups at Risk. - III. Procedures for Implementation of Human Rights. A. International Procedures. B. Regional Institutions and Procedures. C. National Institutions and Procedures. D. Truth and Reconciliation Commissions. E. Nongovernment Organizations. - IV. Conclusion. - Notes. - Index of Subjects and Sources. - Acknowledgments.

9780812240320 (hbk)

2008-271177


Human rights

341.481 / WEI