Cultural Transformation and Human Rights in Africa by An-Na'im, Abdullahi A. (edited by) - 2002

London: Zed Books, 2002. A Fine unmarked copy. x + 269 pages. The authors seek to contribute to the clarification of the very difficult conceptual and practical questions surrounding the legitimization and permanent protection of human rights in non-Western cultural contexts, specifically in this case in Africa. The underlying premise is that there are possibilities for the local promotion of what ought to be universal human rights through processes of cultural transformation over time. This thoughtful set of explorations by African scholars and human rights activists adds significantly to our understanding of the complex relationships that exist between culture, religion, law and human rights. **** NOT EX LIB **** 13. Soft Cover. Fine/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.