A nuanced discussion of human enhancement that argues for enhancement that does not significantly exceed what is currently possible for human beings.
The transformative potential of genetic and cybernetic technologies to enhance human capabilities is most often either rejected on moral and prudential grounds or hailed as the future salvation of humanity. In this book, Nicholas Agar offers a more nuanced view, making a case for moderate human enhancement -- improvements to attributes and abilities that do not significantly exceed what is currently possible for human beings. He argues against radical human enhancement, or improvements that greatly exceed current human capabilities.
Agar explores notions of transformative change and motives for human enhancement; distinguishes between the instrumental and intrinsic value of enhancements; argues that too much enhancement undermines human identity; considers the possibility of cognitively enhanced scientists; and argues against radical life extension. Making the case for moderate enhancement, Agar argues that many objections to enhancement are better understood as directed at the degree of enhancement rather than enhancement itself. Moderate human enhancement meets the requirement of truly human enhancement. By radically enhancing human cognitive capabilities, by contrast, we may inadvertently create beings ("post-persons") with moral status higher than that of persons. If we create beings more entitled to benefits and protections against harms than persons, Agar writes, this will be bad news for the unenhanced. Moderate human enhancement offers a more appealing vision of the future and of our relationship to technology.
Автор: Moeckli Daniel Название: International Human Rights Law ISBN: 0199654573 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780199654574 Издательство: Oxford Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 36950.00 T Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ. Описание: International Human Rights Law offers a thought-provoking consideration of the subject, from its philosophical foundations to contemporary challenges, with contributions from leading experts. Critical and detailed, it covers all elements of a traditional international human rights course and is suitable for use as a stand-alone textbook.
Автор: Clark Ian Название: Waging War: A New Philosophical Introduction ISBN: 0198724667 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780198724667 Издательство: Oxford Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 37480.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: In this re-written classic text, the author provides a critical review of the various different ways in which ethical debates about warfare are already framed, and asks probing questions about how we think about war, and the changes it is undergoing.
Автор: Bantekas Название: International Human Rights Law and Practice ISBN: 1107562112 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781107562110 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 40120.00 T Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ. Описание: Human rights law is a complex but compelling subject that fascinates, but often confuses, students. International Human Rights Law and Practice explores the subject from a theoretical and practical perspective, guiding students to a rich understanding of the law. The second edition has been fully revised and updated, including two new chapters on children's rights and international criminal law, and new sections on a variety of topics, including the right to equality, the protection of refugees and the effect of foreign investment and sovereign debt on the enjoyment of human rights. In addition, new case studies and interviews with practitioners, NGO activists and policymakers show how theory is applied in real life. Student learning is supported by questions to stimulate seminar discussion and further reading sections that encourage independent study. The authors' clear and engaging writing style ensures that this new edition will continue to be required reading for all students of human rights law.
Автор: Harris David Название: Harris, O`Boyle, and Warbrick Law of the European Convention on Human Rights ISBN: 0199606390 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780199606399 Издательство: Oxford Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 42230.00 T Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ. Описание: This seminal text offers a comprehensive account of the case law of the ECHR and its underlying principles. It provides an accessible guide to decisions under the Convention and its protocols, article by article, as well as explaining the history and likely development of the law.
Автор: De Schutter Название: International Human Rights Law ISBN: 1107657210 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781107657212 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 47510.00 T Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ. Описание: The leading textbook on international human rights law is now better than ever. The content has been fully updated and now provides more detailed coverage of substantive human rights, along with new sections on the war on terror and on the progressive realization of economic and social rights, making this the most comprehensive book in the field. It has a new, more student-friendly text design and has retained the features which made the first edition so engaging and accessible, including the concise and critical style, and questions and case studies within each chapter, as well as suggestions for further reading. Written by De Schutter, whose extensive experience working in the field and teaching the subject in both the US and EU gives him a unique perspective and valuable insight into the requirements of lecturers and students. This is an essential tool for all students of international human rights law.
Автор: Hoover Joe Название: Reconstructing Human Rights: A Pragmatist and Pluralist Inquiry Into Global Ethics ISBN: 0198782802 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780198782803 Издательство: Oxford Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 99270.00 T Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ. Описание: This volume examines the place of human rights in world politics and how they are justified as ethical principles that constrain political authority.
Автор: Greenhill Brian Название: Transmitting Rights: International Organizations and the Diffusion of Human Rights Practices ISBN: 0190271647 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780190271640 Издательство: Oxford Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 29030.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Transmitting Rights argues that membership in Intergovernmental Organizations (IGOs) facilitates the diffusion of human rights standards among their member states-and that this occurs even within IGOs that have no obvious connection to human rights issues. These findings challenge us to think differently about the consequences of IGO membership.
Автор: Leach Philip Название: Taking a Case to the European Court of Human Rights ISBN: 0198755414 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780198755418 Издательство: Oxford Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 79200.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: An essential exploration of the law, practice, and procedure of the European Court of Human Rights. This book provides practical, in-depth guidance on the Court procedure and includes a concise and up-to-date analysis of the substantive law of the European Convention on Human Rights.
Автор: Hessbruegge Jan Arno Название: Human Rights and Personal Self-Defense in International Law ISBN: 019065502X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780190655020 Издательство: Oxford Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 74970.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: While an abundance of literature covers the right of states to defend themselves against external aggression, this is the first book dedicated to the right to personal self-defense in international law. Drawing on his extensive experience as a human rights practitioner and scholar, Dr. Hessbruegge sets out in careful detail the strict requirements that human rights impose on defensive force by law enforcement authorities, especially police killings in self-defense. The book also discusses the exceptional application of the right to personal self-defense in military-led operations, notably to contain violent civilians who do not directly participate in hostilities. Human rights also establish parameters on how broad or narrow the laws can be drawn on self-defense between private persons. Setting out the prevailing international standards, the book critically examines the ongoing trend to excessively broaden self-defense laws. It also refutes the claim that there is a human right to possess firearms for self-defense purposes. In extraordinary circumstances, the right to personal self-defence sharpens human rights and allows people to defend themselves against the state. Here the author establishes that international law gives individuals the right to forcibly resist human rights violations that pose a serious risk of significant and irreparable harm. At the same time, he calls into question prevailing state practice, which fails to recognize any collective right to organized armed resistance even when it constitutes the last resort to defend against genocide or other mass atrocities.
Автор: Letsas, George Название: A Theory of Interpretation of the European Convention on Human Rights ISBN: 0199563888 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780199563883 Издательство: Oxford Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 49090.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: A Theory of Interpretation of the European Convention on Human Rights provides a philosophically informed study of the methods of interpretation used by the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg. By drawing on Anglo-American legal, political and moral philosophy, the book aims to provide a normative theory of the foundations of ECHR rights.
Автор: Kramer, Matthew H Название: Debate Over Rights: Philosophical Enquiries ISBN: 0198298994 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780198298991 Издательство: Oxford Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 70750.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: This book engages in the fundamental characteristics of legal and moral rights. It examines whether rights fundamentally protect individuals` interests or whether they instead fundamentally enable individuals to make choices. The authors address many questions including those over abortion, euthanasia, and animal rights.
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