Human Rights, or Citizenship?

Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Law, International
Cover of the book Human Rights, or Citizenship? by Paulina Tambakaki, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Paulina Tambakaki ISBN: 9781134017607
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: April 5, 2010
Imprint: Birkbeck Law Press Language: English
Author: Paulina Tambakaki
ISBN: 9781134017607
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: April 5, 2010
Imprint: Birkbeck Law Press
Language: English

While human rights have been enjoying unprecedented salience, the concept of the citizen has been significantly challenged. Rising ethical concerns, the calling into question of state sovereignty, and the consolidation of the human rights regime, have all contributed to a shift in focus: from an exclusionary, problematic citizenship to human rights. Human Rights or Citizenship? examines this shift and explores its implications for democracy. In an accessible way, the book explores the arguments within contemporary democratic theory that privilege law and legally codified human rights over citizenship; questioning whether legalism alone could lead us to a better, more equitable politics. Does the prioritisation of law and legally codified human rights risk depoliticisation? Do human rights always contest relations of power and subordination? Addressing these questions, Human Rights or Citizenship? opens a debate about the role of citizenship and human rights in democracy. It will be invaluable reading for anyone interested in democratic politics today.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

While human rights have been enjoying unprecedented salience, the concept of the citizen has been significantly challenged. Rising ethical concerns, the calling into question of state sovereignty, and the consolidation of the human rights regime, have all contributed to a shift in focus: from an exclusionary, problematic citizenship to human rights. Human Rights or Citizenship? examines this shift and explores its implications for democracy. In an accessible way, the book explores the arguments within contemporary democratic theory that privilege law and legally codified human rights over citizenship; questioning whether legalism alone could lead us to a better, more equitable politics. Does the prioritisation of law and legally codified human rights risk depoliticisation? Do human rights always contest relations of power and subordination? Addressing these questions, Human Rights or Citizenship? opens a debate about the role of citizenship and human rights in democracy. It will be invaluable reading for anyone interested in democratic politics today.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book A Different Vision by Paulina Tambakaki
Cover of the book Global Metal Music and Culture by Paulina Tambakaki
Cover of the book George Gissing by Paulina Tambakaki
Cover of the book Rural Governance by Paulina Tambakaki
Cover of the book Imagination by Paulina Tambakaki
Cover of the book European Governance by Paulina Tambakaki
Cover of the book Travels and Life in Ashanti and Jaman by Paulina Tambakaki
Cover of the book The Sociology of Mathematics Education by Paulina Tambakaki
Cover of the book The Politics of Compulsive Education by Paulina Tambakaki
Cover of the book Insanity and Divinity by Paulina Tambakaki
Cover of the book The Knowledge Book by Paulina Tambakaki
Cover of the book Early Urbanism on the Syrian Euphrates by Paulina Tambakaki
Cover of the book Trade Unions in China by Paulina Tambakaki
Cover of the book European Religion in the Age of Great Cities by Paulina Tambakaki
Cover of the book Naked Safety by Paulina Tambakaki
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy