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Today it is usually not long before a problem gets expressed as a human rights issue. Indeed, human rights law continues to gain increasing attention internationally, and must move quickly in order to keep up with a social world that changes so rapidly.This Very Short Introduction, in its second edition, brings the issue of human rights up to date, considering the current controversies surrounding the movement. Discussing torture and arbitrary detention in the context of counter terrorism, Andrew Clapham also considers new challenges to human rights in the context of privacy, equality and the right to health. Looking at the philosophical justification for rights, the historical origins of human rights and how they are formed in law, Clapham explains what our human rights actually are, what they might be, and where the human rights movement is heading.ABOUT THE SERIES:The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Human Rights: A Very Short Introduction'? A: The book discusses the concept of human rights, addressing current controversies, philosophical justifications, historical origins, and the evolution of human rights law.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Human Rights: A Very Short Introduction' is Andrew Clapham.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 224 pages.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the second edition of 'Human Rights: A Very Short Introduction'.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was this book published? A: It was published on February 1, 2016.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of Human Rights.
- Q: Is the book suitable for beginners in the subject of human rights? A: Yes, the book is designed as a concise introduction to human rights, making it suitable for beginners.
- Q: Does the book address contemporary issues in human rights? A: Yes, it discusses contemporary issues such as torture, arbitrary detention, privacy, equality, and the right to health.
- Q: What is the purpose of the 'Very Short Introductions' series? A: The series aims to provide accessible and engaging introductions to various subjects, helping readers quickly gain knowledge in new areas.