Download or read book Gewirthian Perspectives on Human Rights written by Per Bauhn and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-03-22 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gewirth’s theory of human rights has made a major contribution to philosophy. In this edited collection, contributors from a broad range of disciplines discuss the theoretical and practical application of Gewirthian theory to current world issues. Case studies highlight mental health, the LGBT community, intellectual disabilities, global economic inequality, and market instability to provide a truly interdisciplinary study. This important contribution to human rights scholarship provides a platform for further discussion of Gewirthian theory. It will be of interest to those researching moral, legal, and political philosophy, as well as policy makers, social workers, and medical staff.