Books with title Human Rights: A First Book

Discusses the international status of civil rights and describes the struggles of women, racial minorities, children and the disabled to attain these rights in various countries. Also examines the role of the United Nations in securing human rights throughout the world.

Traces the history of the women's rights movement in the United States with brief profiles of some of the women who have led it.

Discusses the evolution of a concept of human rights, how these rights are defined and interpreted throughout the world, to what degree they are observed or violated, and the international institutions and agencies responsible for gaining and maintainingthese rights for individuals.