Summaries of books about Human Rights:
The Law of Self Defense
Andrew Branca
The book provides a comprehensive guide to understanding self-defense law in the United States, detailing the legal principles that govern the use of force in defense of oneself, others, and property. It offers practical advice, case studies, and legal strategies to help law-abiding citizens navigate complex legal scenarios they may encounter in self-defense situations.
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In the Country We Love
My Family Divided
Diane Guerrero|Michelle Burford
The memoir recounts the personal story of a young woman who comes home from school to find her undocumented immigrant parents deported, leaving her to navigate life in the U.S. alone at the age of 14. It explores her journey through the challenges of her family's separation, her struggle to build a life and career, and her advocacy for immigration reform.
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Disability Visibility
First-Person Stories from the Twenty-First Century
Alice Wong
The book is a collection of essays and personal narratives by disabled individuals, offering a diverse range of perspectives on disability experiences in modern society. It amplifies voices from various backgrounds, addressing themes of identity, activism, and the intersectionality of disability with other social categories.
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In Your Defence
True Stories of Life and Law
Sarah Langford
The book presents a series of gripping legal cases from the perspective of a barrister in the UK, illustrating the complexities of the legal system and the human stories behind each case. It delves into the emotional and ethical challenges faced by those involved, from the accused to the lawyers, and the impact of the law on their lives.
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No One Is Too Small to Make a Difference
Greta Thunberg
The book is a collection of speeches delivered by the climate activist, addressing the urgent need to combat climate change and calling for immediate action from world leaders and citizens alike. It emphasizes the power of individual voices and collective action in the face of environmental crisis.
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We Are Displaced
My Journey and Stories from Refugee Girls Around the World
Malala Yousafzai
The book combines the personal account of the Nobel Peace Prize laureate's own displacement with the narratives of girls she met in refugee camps and cities around the world. It sheds light on the individual human stories behind the global refugee crisis, highlighting the challenges, resilience, and dreams of young women uprooted by conflict.
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Our Malady
Lessons in Liberty from a Hospital Diary
Timothy Snyder
The book presents a personal account of the author's harrowing experience with the healthcare system, highlighting the failures and challenges within medical institutions. It offers a critique of American healthcare and connects the importance of health to the concept of freedom, arguing that access to quality care is essential for a functioning democracy.
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KERI 3
The Original Child Abuse True Story
Kat Ward
The book continues the harrowing autobiographical account of Kat Ward's childhood, detailing the ongoing abuse and neglect she endured. It delves into her experiences of survival and the psychological impact of the trauma she faced during her formative years.
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Ugly Child
My Own Terrifying True Story of Child Abuse and the Desperate Fight for Survival
Kate Skylark|Siobhan Lennon
The book recounts the harrowing personal experience of a child who suffers severe abuse at the hands of her own family. It details her struggle for survival and the psychological impact of the trauma she endures, as well as her journey towards recovery and seeking justice.
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Bad Pharma
How Drug Companies Mislead Doctors and Harm Patients
Ben Goldacre
The book exposes the unethical practices within the pharmaceutical industry, detailing how companies manipulate drug trials, hide negative results, and exert undue influence on medical professionals. It also discusses the impact of these practices on patient care, advocating for more transparency and integrity in the drug development and prescription process.
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