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East West Street: On the Origins of "Genocide" and "Crimes Against Humanity"
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Personal journeys reveal international law origins.
"East West Street" might resonate with you if you appreciate the intersection of personal narratives and monumental historical events. Philippe Sands masterfully navigates through his family's past while intertwining it with the emergence of essential human rights concepts. It's not just a tale of genealogy; it's a gripping insight into how global legal frameworks evolved from individual experiences and shared academic paths. This book promises a reflective journey into the heart of humanity's darkest hours and the quest for justice that followed.
- British Book Award for Non-Fiction: Narrative Book of the Year (2017)
- Jewish Quarterly-Wingate Prize for Nonfiction (2017)
- The Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-Fiction (2016)
- Prix Jan Michalski Nominee (2020)
- Cundill History Prize Nominee (2016)
- Prix spécial du livre de géopolitique
East West Street: On the Origins of "Genocide" and "Crimes Against Humanity"
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Personal journeys reveal international law origins.
"East West Street" might resonate with you if you appreciate the intersection of personal narratives and monumental historical events. Philippe Sands masterfully navigates through his family's past while intertwining it with the emergence of essential human rights concepts. It's not just a tale of genealogy; it's a gripping insight into how global legal frameworks evolved from individual experiences and shared academic paths. This book promises a reflective journey into the heart of humanity's darkest hours and the quest for justice that followed.
- British Book Award for Non-Fiction: Narrative Book of the Year (2017)
- Jewish Quarterly-Wingate Prize for Nonfiction (2017)
- The Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-Fiction (2016)
- Prix Jan Michalski Nominee (2020)
- Cundill History Prize Nominee (2016)
- Prix spécial du livre de géopolitique