Hunt, Lynn

Inventing Human Rights: A History

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ISBN 13:
9780393331998
author:
Hunt, Lynn
format:
Paperback
publisher:
W. W. Norton & Company
language:
English
Publication Year:
2008
Pages:
272
Dimensions:
140 mm X 211 mm
Genre:
History
Condition:
New
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£13.62

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Inventing Human Rights: A History by Lynn Hunt The concept of human rights has a complex and often tumultuous history, shaped by significant cultural and intellectual developments. Professor Lynn Hunt explores the origins of human rights, tracing their evolution from the rejection of torture as a means of seeking the truth. She examines how ideas of human relationships portrayed in literature and art helped spread these new ideals. As Hunt demonstrates, the history of human rights is deeply intertwined with the ongoing contestation of these ideas. From their inception, human rights have been subject to interpretation and debate, reflecting the complexities of human societies. This thought-provoking history provides valuable insights into the ongoing challenges of protecting human rights in the modern world. Through her meticulous research, Hunt sheds new light on the development of human rights, revealing the intricate relationships between culture, politics, and human relationships.

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