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Authors: Thomas D. Musgrave
ISBN-13: 9780198298984, ISBN-10: 0198298986
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Date Published: June 2000
Edition: (Non-applicable)
University of Wollongong, Australia
This meticulously researched book explores the relationship between self-determination and minority rights in international law. Highly detailed in its treatment of the subject, this volume looks at recent events, such as the atrocities in the former Yugoslavia, and provides the reader with significant clarification of the legal issues involved.
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Table of Treaties | ||
Table of Legislation | ||
Introduction | 1 | |
1 | The Origins of National Consciousness | 2 |
2 | Self-Determination and the First World War | 15 |
3 | The Inter-War Years: The Minorities Treaties Regime | 32 |
4 | Self-Determination in Modern International Law: International Instruments and Judicial Desicions | 62 |
5 | Self-Determination in Modern International Law: The Practice of States | 91 |
6 | The Protection of Minorities in Modern International Law | 126 |
7 | Definitions of the Term 'People' | 148 |
8 | Secession | 180 |
9 | Irredentism | 211 |
10 | Historical Title | 239 |
Epilogue | 256 | |
Bibliography | 260 | |
Index | 275 |