The Concept of Human Rights

by Jack Donnelly

Book Overview

First published in 1985. In this study, Donnelly distinguishes between "having a right" and "being right" and elaborates the distinction with great subtlety to show that rights have to be understood as action and not as a possession. This is done with such clarity and good sense that he is able to cast light on all aspects of the often confusing discussions of the natures and usages of "right". He illuminates an astonishing range of issues, from...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0367231050
• ISBN13: 9780367231057
• Release Date: December 2019
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"