Human Rights in Ancient Rome

Book Details

• Publisher: Routledge

• Author: Richard A. Bauman

• Language: English

• ISBN: 9780415692564

• Binding: Paperback

• Release Date: 28-05-2012

• Pages: 193

• Package Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.0 x 0.7 inches

About the Book

"Human Rights in the Roman World" by Richard A. Bauman offers a fascinating exploration of the roots of human rights in ancient Roman society. While the concept of human rights is often thought to be a modern invention, Bauman traces its theoretical and practical origins to the Roman world, providing a unique and comprehensive perspective on this important topic.

Bauman delves into the philosophical foundations of human rights, exploring the ideas developed by thinkers such as Cicero and Seneca. He shows how these theoretical concepts evolved and how their practical applications were largely realized through the Roman legal system. By examining the development of these rights, the book highlights comparative insights between ancient Roman understandings of human rights and the modern twentieth-century framework, including the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted by the United Nations in 1948.

Key Features:

• Historical Depth: Provides an in-depth look at human rights in ancient Rome, focusing on both theory and practical law.

• Philosophical Insight: Analyzes the contributions of key Roman thinkers such as Cicero and Seneca.

• Comparative Analysis: Offers valuable comparisons between Roman concepts of rights and modern interpretations.

• Accessible and Engaging: Written in a clear, thought-provoking style for students and scholars of history, law, and human rights.

This book is essential for anyone interested in the history of human rights, Roman law, or comparative legal studies. It offers a fresh perspective on the historical roots of human rights, demonstrating how ideas and practices from ancient Rome continue to influence contemporary discussions of rights and justice.