ABSTRACT

This title was first published in 2003. Theories of human rights are important, as they can be a means to challenging entrenched and oppressive power. These key essays take a philosophical approach to human rights, questioning dominant theories and offering different perspectives on their application.

part I|355 pages

Challenging Human Rights Concepts

chapter [2]|17 pages

Human Rights Genealogy

part II|247 pages

Applying Human Rights Concepts

chapter [11]|15 pages

The Attack on Human Rights

chapter [14]|11 pages

Freedoms and Needs

chapter [17]|22 pages

Is There a Right Not to Be Poor?