It is virtually impossible to understand the phenomenon of genocide without a clear understanding of the complexities of the United Nations Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide (UNCG). This brief but cogent book provides an introduction to the unique wording, legal terminology, and key components of the convention, which was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948.
Providing clarity on the distinctions between genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and ethnic cleansing, this book is designed to be an entry into further study of genocide in its legal, historical, political, and philosophical dimensions. Key terms, such as intent and motive, are explained, case studies are included, and a detailed bibliography at the conclusion of the book offers suggested avenues for more advanced study of the UNCG.
By:
Samuel Totten,
Henry C. Theriault
Imprint: University of Toronto Press
Country of Publication: Canada
Dimensions:
Height: 216mm,
Width: 140mm,
Spine: 10mm
Weight: 240g
ISBN: 9781487524081
ISBN 10: 1487524080
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 22 November 2019
Audience:
College/higher education
,
Professional and scholarly
,
Primary
,
Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Introduction 1. Raphael Lemkin: The Man Who Coined the Term “Genocide” and His Indefatigable Effort in the Development and Ratification of the UNCG 2. An Overview of the UNCG: An Analysis of Each Article 3. The Complexities Inherent in the UNCG 4. “Genocide” Distinguished from Other Forms of Major Human Rights Violations: Crimes against Humanity, War Crimes, and Ethnic Cleansing 5. Applications of the UNCG in Representative Cases of Genocide at the ICTR and ICTY Conclusion
Samuel Totten is a scholar of genocide studies and professor emeritus at the University of Arkansas. Henry Theriault is currently professor and chair of the Philosophy Department at Worcester State University.
Reviews for The United Nations Genocide Convention: An Introduction
"""Totten and Theriault absolutely provide us with an accessible and content-rich textbook."" -- Haoliang Zhang, Changzhou University * <em>Ethnic and Racial Studies</em> *"
