International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law
Download or Read eBook International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law PDF written by Francisco Forrest Martin and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2011-03-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : Francisco Forrest Martin |
| Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2011-03-03 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0521187818 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780521187817 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (18 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law by : Francisco Forrest Martin
Book excerpt: This volume introduces law students to the international legal instruments and case law governing the substantive and procedural dimensions of international human rights and humanitarian law, including economic, social, and cultural rights. It also discusses the history and organizational structure of human rights and humanitarian law enforcement mechanisms. Relevant to U.S. audiences, a chapter is devoted to the issues surrounding the incorporation of international law into U.S. law, including principles of constitutional and statutory interpretation, conflict rules, and the self-execution doctrine. Questions & Comments sections provide critical analyses of issues raised in the materials.
