Article by Article : The Universal Declaration of Human Rights for a New Generation.

The UN's 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights was a landmark achievement, the first truly global statement of human values and aspirations. It has had a dramatic influence on international and domestic law, and dozens of treaties codifying the rights laid out in the Declaration have followed. Despite its importance, the story of how the Declaration was created and what its drafters intended is not well-known. The book covers every article of the Declaration in its own succinct chapter, detailing the individuals in the room, their distinct motivations, the sources of their ideas, and the complex negotiations across multiple drafts that led to the final document. The narrative is engaging and very accessible, and Morsink (emer., Drew University) notes the relevance of the Declaration to contemporary issues. This book is perfect for undergraduates. Libraries would be wise to have it on hand for students conducting research projects, and some instructors may find it useful to assign for classes on human rights. Summing Up: Highly recommended. Undergraduates and graduate students. --Andrew G. Reiter, Mount Holyoke College