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Crimes Against Humanity

Birth of a Concept
By Norman Geras
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Crimes Against Humanity by Norman Geras examines the moral and philosophical underpinnings of crimes against humanity. The book explores human rights, the obligation to intervene, and the ethical responsibilities of individuals and nations. It presents a thoughtful discussion on the intersection of justice, humanity, and philosophical inquiry.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in the philosophical underpinnings of international justice and human rights. It offers a deep exploration of moral and ethical questions surrounding global responsibilities and the fight against atrocities. This work may appeal to those who appreciate examining the intersection between philosophy, law, and psychology in addressing humanity's most pressing issues.

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Crimes Against Humanity

This is an accessible and informative guide to the evolution of the concept of crimes against humanity- a hugely influential concept which has had a marked impact on modern international politics, law and ethics.

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Crimes Against Humanity, newly available in paperback, tells the story of the emergence of the concept of crimes against humanity. It examines its origins, the ethical assumptions underpinning it, its legal and philosophical boundaries, and some of the controversies connected with it.

A brief historical introduction is followed by an exploration of the various meanings of the term 'crimes against humanity' that have been suggested; a definition is proposed linking it to the idea of basic human rights.

The book looks at some problems with the boundaries of the concept, the threshold for its proper application, and the related issue of humanitarian intervention. It concludes with a discussion of the prospects for the further development of crimes-against-humanity law.

This work serves as a clear and compact introduction for students of politics, philosophy and law, as well as for the general reading public.

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Crimes Against Humanity by Norman Geras is lauded for its strong theoretical framework and accessibility to both specialists and general readers. It provides a profound philosophical examination of the concept of crimes against humanity, positioning the topic within the context of international law and global politics. Its clear and humane writing style is particularly praised, offering insightful analysis into this complex area.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780719096617

Publisher: Manchester University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 January 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Manchester University Press

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 213g

Pages: 144

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Non-Fiction Norman Geras Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism

About the Author

The late Norman Geras was Professor Emeritus in Politics at the University of Manchester

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