Description
Book SynopsisThis is a refreshingly original analysis of human rights, past and present, which sets out major new terms of reference for political debate, it will become a standard text in the human rights field.
Trade Review'This book surely contains enough ideas to challenge, stimulate, provoke and inspire anyone concerned intellectually, practically or professionally with the field of human rights and human needs.'
Journal of Peace Research 'The argument is often thought-provoking.' Political Studies
Table of ContentsPreface.
1. Human Rights and the Western Tradition.
2. Human Rights and the Legal Tradition.
3. Human Rights and Human Needs.
4. Human Rights and Social Structures.
5. Human Rights and Social Processes.
Notes.
Index.