Watching Brief: Reflections on Human Rights, Law and Justice Tapa blanda - 2007

Melbourne: Scribe Publications. Very Good-; Reading crease front cover, yellowed paper. 2007. First Edition. Softcover. 1921215496 . 2007 reprint. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 310 pages .

Scribe Publications Pty Ltd, Melbourne, 2007. First Edition. Softcover. Very Good Condition. Preface by author, three appendices, notes and acknowledgements. Photographic paperback binding with brown, black and blue coloured titles to the front panel and back strip stop "In Watching Brief, noted lawyer and human rights advocate Julian Burnside articulates a sensitive and intelligent defence of the rights of asylum-seekers and refugees, and the importance of protecting human rights and maintaining the rule of law. He also explains the foundations of many of the key tenets of civil society, and takes us on a fascinating tour of some of the world's most famous trials, where the outcome has often turned on prejudice, complacency, chance, or (more promisingly) the tenacity of supporters and the skill of advocates." – from rear panel blurb A little creasing of the book corners and some minor age toning of the text block edges and pages. Size: Trade Paperback. [6], VII - X,… Leer más

Melbourne & Campbelltown: Scribe Publications, 2007 The pages are very lightly tanned with age. 310 pages. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown.. Paperback. Very Good. Size F: 9"-10" Tall (228-254mm).

Scribe, Melbourne, Australia. Reprint 2007. Paperback (16 x 24 cm), x, 310 pages. ISBN: 9781921215490. Very Good condition. Pages tanning with some light soiling/foxing. In 'Watching Brief', noted lawyer and human rights advocate Julian Burnside articulates a sensitive and intelligent defence of the rights of asylum-seekers and refugees, and the importance of protecting human rights and maintaining the rule of law. He also explains the foundation of many of the key tenets of civil society, and takes us on a fascinating tour of some of the world's most famous trials…. He also looks at the impact of significant recent cases - including those involving David Hicks, Jack Thomas, and Van Nguyen - on contemporary Australian society." Weight (before packaging): 430g