Humanizing the Laws of War: The Red Cross and the Development of International Humanitarian Law Book by Robin Geiss

Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice book in great condition. Pages in excellent condition. Pages like new. Cover corners has some handling damage. Publisher damaged stamp on cover page. Hardcover. English. Pub Year 2017, See images for condition. About the book >.>.> Humanizing the Laws of War: The Red Cross and the Development of International Humanitarian Law by Robin Geiss examines the pivotal role of the Mela Eomamiiet of the Red Groat over the past 150 years in advancing international humanitarian law. The book critically evaluates the unique influence of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in shaping international norms and humanising the laws of war. It provides an in-depth assessment of how the ICRC has contributed to significant developments in humanitarian law, focusing on its various roles and responsibilities.The text is designed to serve not only students and scholars of international law but also practitioners in the field of international humanitarian law, including those working within government and non-governmental organisations. It offers detailed analysis and insights into the complexities of international legal frameworks and the ongoing efforts towards humanisation in the context of armed conflict.Authored by Robin Geiss, who has extensive experience as a Legal Advisor at the ICRC in Geneva, complemented by his engagement with the United Nations Human Rights Council, this work draws on his rich background to illuminate the subject matter. The book reflects a scholarly exploration backed by the author's academic roles, including his position as a Professor of International and European Law at the University of Potsdam and his previous directorship at the Walther-Leisner Institute of International Law at the University of Kiel. Overall, it presents a comprehensive examination of the critical developments in international humanitarian law facilitated by the ICRC, thereby illuminating its vital influence on promoting human rights within the context of warfare. (LL).…