Human Rights in Times of Conflict and Terror

This superb book by Louise Doswald-Beck, a renowned expert in both humanrights and humanitarian law, is the most comprehensive treatment of the subject available. Although some commentators may disagree with certain of the conclusions she reaches, the work is exceptionally rich in detail and her analysis is highly sophisticated. Wojcik, International Law Prof Blog" very recommendable reading for students of international human rights law or anybody else having an academic interest in the role of human rights in 'times of conflict and terrorism.' But also in the practitioner's bookshelf the book may prove to be an app

These situations can lead to some of the most fundamental human rights being put in danger of being violated. After an overall description of the relationship between human rights law, on the one hand, and international humanitarian law and international counter-terrorism measures, on the other, the book concentrates on the rights themselves. The second edition includes a new chapter on remedies, the right to truth and accountability for human rights violations committed during times of conflict and the fight against terrorism. The book begins with a presentation on the application of human rights to such situations and an explanation of

She holds a PhD in International Law from the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva.. Initially a lecturer at the Universities of Exeter and London, between 1987 and 2001 she was a legal adviser at the International Committee of the Red Cross and became Head of the Legal Division in