Theory and Practice of the European Convention on Human Rights

This collection explores current, critical issues regarding human rights theory and practice at the European Court of Human Rights. Taking a three part approach, it explores: procedural concerns, principles and jurisprudence, and interaction with national legal systems.

With each contributor bringing their own unique perspective and expertise to key human questions of the day, it makes compelling reading for all human rights specialists, be they in academia or practice.

Stephanie Schiedermair is chair of European Law, Public International Law and Public Law at Leipzig University, Germany.
Alexander Schwarz is Senior Legal Advisor for the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) in Tunisia.
Dominik Steiger is chair of Public International Law, European Law and Public Law at Technische Universitat Dresden, Germany.