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Scribe Publications Pty Ltd, Melbourne, Date: 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, [2], 3 - 310 pages,. Please refer to accompanying picture (s). Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Law & Criminal Studies; Modern; Sociology & Culture. ISBN: 1921215496. ISBN/EAN: 9781921215490. Inventory No: 0279964. . 9781921215490 2007. Scribe Publications Pty Ltd ISBN 1921215496 9781921215490 [AU]
ISBN10: 1921215496, ISBN13: 9781921215490, [publisher: Scribe Publications] Softcover The first decade of the twenty-first century has seen a sharp decline in respect for human rights and the international rule of law. The legal conventions of the new realpolitik seem to owe more to Guantanamo than Geneva.Australia has tarnished its reputation in the field of human rights, through its support for illegal warfare, its failure to honour international conventions, its refusal to defend its citizens against secret rendition and illegal detention, and its introduction of secretive anti-sedition legislation and draconian anti-terror laws.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. Julian Burnside also looks at the impact of significant recent cases -- including those involving David Hicks, Jack Thomas, and Van Nguyen -- on contemporary Australian society.Watching Brief is a powerful and timely meditation on justice, law, human rights, and ethics, and ultimately on what cons ...
ISBN10: 1921215496, ISBN13: 9781921215490, [publisher: Scribe Publications Pty Ltd, Melbourne] Softcover First Edition 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." Â 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, [2], 3 - 310 pages, Please refer to accompanying picture (s). Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Law & Criminal Studies; Modern; Sociology & Culture. ISBN: 1921215496. ISBN/EAN: 9781921215490. Inventory No: 0279964. [Melbourne, VIC, Australia] [Publication Year: 2007]
Melbourne & Campbelltown: Scribe Publications, Date: 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). 2007. Scribe Publications ISBN 1921215496 9781921215490 [AU]
ISBN10: 1921215496, ISBN13: 9781921215490, [publisher: Scribe Publications, Melbourne & Campbelltown] Softcover 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. Size: Size F: 9"-10" Tall (228-254mm) [Newtown, Sydney, NSW, Australia] [Publication Year: 2007]
Scribe, Melbourne, Australia. Reprint Date: 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 2007. Scribe ISBN 1921215496 9781921215490 [US]
ISBN10: 1921215496, ISBN13: 9781921215490, [publisher: Scribe] Softcover 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 trialsâ¦. 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 [Robertsdale, AL, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2007]
Melbourne Scribe Publications 2007 First Edition Softcover Very Good-; Reading crease front cover, yellowed paper 1921215496. 2007 reprint.; 8vo 8"-9" tall; 310 pages.
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