Political Economy of Human Rights in Armenia

I.B. Tauris & Co Ltd. 2011 / London Language: English Pages: 417 Size: 5 3/4" x 8 3/4" Since its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, Armenia has experienced a reversal from democratization to a Soviet-style authoritarian regime and has been accused of repressive approaches to human rights. Here, Simon Payaslian juxtaposes a masterful survey of the history of the Armenian people from the nineteenth century through the first republic (1918-21), and Sovietization to the present, with the evolution of international human rights standards, and argues that a statist and authoritarian political culture has impeded political liberalization and institutionalization of human rights principles. Highlighting the clash between sovereignty on one side and human rights and democracy on the other, this comprehensive and in-depth analysis is essential for all those interested in human rights, democratization, political repression and the former Soviet republics. ***** Shipping Rate as of Feb. 1st, 2013 for items outside of the USA has been change for items over 4 Lbs. please contact seller before order. Shipping insurance or registered packages fee to outside of the USA is not included in total price. Please contact for more information. Seller is not responsible for uninsured packages. …