Humanitarianism Contested: Where Angels Fear to Tread

by Michael Barnett, Thomas G. Weiss

This book provides a succinct but sophisticated understanding of humanitarianism and insight into the on-going dilemmas and tensions that have accompanied it since its origins in the early nineteenth century. Combining theoretical and historical exposition with a broad range of contemporary case studies, the An accessible and engaging work by two of the leading scholars in the field, Humanitarianism Contested is essential reading for all those concerned with the future of human rights and international relations.

182 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2011