From Discrimination to Death: Genocide Process Through a Human Rights Lens

Discrimination to Death explores the process of genocide through human rights violations, using individual testimonies and field research from the Armenian Genocide, Holocaust, and Cambodian Genocide. It demonstrates how a pattern of specific escalating human rights abuses occurs in genocide and applies this pattern to the Rohingya Genocide, advocating for greater human rights oversight bodies in genocide prevention. The book is a valuable resource for governments, practitioners, lawyers, and judges, and students of genocide studies.

Format: Hardback
Length: 338 pages
Publication date: 18 November 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

From Discrimination to Death delves into the intricate process of genocide, shedding light on the human rights violations that occur during this tragic event. Through the examination of individual testimonies and comprehensive field research from the Armenian Genocide, Holocaust, and Cambodian Genocide, the book establishes a clear pattern of escalating human rights abuses that take place during genocide. By providing an in-depth analysis of these specific human rights violations, the author intricately weaves together genocide studies and human rights, demonstrating how the 'crime of crimes' and the human rights law regime intersect.

The book applies this pattern of rights violations to the Rohingya Genocide, highlighting the potential for its prevention. It advocates for a greater role of human rights oversight bodies in genocide prevention, emphasizing their crucial role in identifying and addressing potential threats.

This book serves as a valuable resource for governments, human rights practitioners, lawyers, judges, and undergraduate and postgraduate students, particularly those specializing in genocide studies. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics of genocide, shedding light on the patterns of human rights violations that precede and accompany this heinous crime. By offering insights into the mid-stream indicators of genocide prevention, the book empowers individuals and organizations to take proactive measures to prevent and respond to genocide.

In conclusion, From Discrimination to Death is a groundbreaking work that contributes significantly to our understanding of genocide and human rights. Through its meticulous research and insightful analysis, the book offers valuable insights into the prevention and response to this global issue. It serves as a testament to the resilience and humanity of the human spirit in the face of adversity and a call to action for all to work towards a world where genocide is eradicated.

Weight: 790g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367645977