Asylum And Sanctuary In History And Law: A Social And Political Approach To Temporary Protections Around The World

This book explores the history and evolution of sanctuary and asylum as a legal concept including treaties, laws, and court rulings by major geographic areas around the world, influences of Hebrew [Old Testament], classical sanctuary theory and practices, the Koran, and other Islamic-Arab regional accords and conventions. The authors' approach is well cited and suitable for those who want a good starting point for further study. Included in the book are chapters on the following topics: Sanctuary and Asylum, Jewish View of Asylum, Asylum History, Asylum in France, Asylum: History, Asylum in France, Asylum in Great Britain, Asylum in Germany, Asylum: Islamic Law, Asylum in International Treaties, Asylum in International Relations, Asylum in the United States, Asylum in the European Community, Asylum in Latin America, Asylum in Sub-Saharan Africa.

• | Author: James Biser Whisker, Kevin R Spiker
• | Publisher: Brown Walker Press (FL)
• | Publication Date: May 01, 2021
• | Number of Pages: 262 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback
• | ISBN-10: 1599426161
• | ISBN-13: 9781599426167