About This Book
Ishay recounts the struggle for human rights across the ages, from the Mesopotamian Codes of Hammurabi to the era of globalization. She illustrates how the history of human rights has evolved from one era to the next through texts, cultural traditions, & creative expression.
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12h 19m
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180 WPM
8h 52m
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250 WPM
6h 20m
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350 WPM
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