Raphael Lemkin and the Struggle for the Genocide Convention

by J. Cooper

Overview

This book is the first complete biography of Raphael Lemkin, the father of the United Nations Genocide Convention, based on his papers; and shows how his campaign for an international treaty succeeded. In addition, the book covers Lemkin's inauguration of the historical study of past genocides.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781137427373
Publisher:	Palgrave Macmillan UK
Publication date:	01/17/2008
Edition description:	2008
Pages:	338
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

John Cooper studied History at Balliol College, Oxford, UK, and was in private legal practice until his retirement. His publications include Eat and be Satisfied: A Social History of Jewish Food and Pride Versus Prejudice: Jewish Doctors and Lawyers in England, 1890-1990.

Table of Contents

Introduction Formative Years in Poland Escape from Poland Early Years in the United States The Publication of his Master Work and the Nuremberg Trial The United Nations Resolution on Genocide 1947, the First Draft of the Convention Private Life Yale and Geneva Paris, Preliminary Discussion of the Convention The First Reading of the Convention The Convention is Adopted The International Campaign for Ratification of the Convention The United States Senate and the Convention The Genocide Convention: its Supporters and Enemies The History of Genocide The History of Genocide: Case Studies Closing Years Conclusion Bibliography

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

'A pioneering and important work. A point of first reference for anyone who seeks an understanding of Lemkin's life, ideas and legacy.' - Philippe Sands QC, University College London, UK.

'This is a fine study of a remarkable man, one of the great moral figures of the twentieth century. John Cooper provides a vivid and compelling account of Raphael Lemkin's heroic struggle to get the world to understand and respond to the gravity of genocide, the "crime of crimes".' - Professor Philip Spencer, Kingston University, UK.

'Raphael Lemkin, one of the towering forces of our time, deserves to sit alongside the greatest advocates for humanity. John Cooper's study of the man who ensured the crime of genocide is on the global statute book details what one man can do with insight, conviction and determination. This study is a must-read if you want to know how to be an effective change maker.' - Stephen D Smith, Andrew J and Erna Finci Viterbi Chair, USC Shoah Foundation, USA and UNESCO Chair on Genocide Education

Editorial Reviews

'A pioneering and important work. A point of first reference for anyone who seeks an understanding of Lemkin's life, ideas and legacy.' - Philippe Sands QC, University College London, UK.

'This is a fine study of a remarkable man, one of the great moral figures of the twentieth century. John Cooper provides a vivid and compelling account of Raphael Lemkin's heroic struggle to get the world to understand and respond to the gravity of genocide, the "crime of crimes".' - Professor Philip Spencer, Kingston University, UK.

'Raphael Lemkin, one of the towering forces of our time, deserves to sit alongside the greatest advocates for humanity. John Cooper's study of the man who ensured the crime of genocide is on the global statute book details what one man can do with insight, conviction and determination. This study is a must-read if you want to know how to be an effective change maker.' - Stephen D Smith, Andrew J and Erna Finci Viterbi Chair, USC Shoah Foundation, USA and UNESCO Chair on Genocide Education

From the Publisher