The Trial of Vladimir Putin by Geoffrey Robertson Hardcover Book

Description: The Trial of Vladimir Putin by Geoffrey Robertson This brilliant deep dive into international law offers a unique perspective on an unjust war, highlighting why democracy is not safe unless Putin can be put - at least metaphorically - behind bars. FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Vladimir Putins war against Ukraine has cost hundreds of thousands of lives and is fundamentally an attack on democracy. Under international law, the invasion of a United Nations member state which poses no imminent threat to the invader amounts to the serious crime of aggression. But can Putin be prosecuted? And if so, will he ever be held to account?This remarkable book, by one of the worlds most celebrated human rights lawyers, shows how the Nuremberg trials of Nazi leaders validate the prosecution of Putin. Ironically, Putins defence hinges on a doctrine invented by George W. Bush to justify his invasion of Iraq, which Geoffrey Robertson exposes as contravening international law. If Putin fails to attend court, Robertson argues that he could be tried fairly in his absence, ensuring a verdict that will give pause to China and other countries which look to destroy democracy.This brilliant deep dive into international law offers a unique perspective on an unjust war, highlighting why democracy is not safe unless Putin can be put - at least metaphorically - behind bars. Author Biography Geoffrey Robertson KC is founder and joint head of Doughty Street Chambers, Europes largest human rights practice. He has had a distinguished career as a trial and appellate counsel in Britain and in international courts, defending, among others, Julian Assange, Salman Rushdie, Gay News, Lula (now President of Brazil) and reporters from The Guardian and the Wall Street Journal. He was sanctioned by the Kremlin in 2022. He has served as a UN appeal judge and as the first president of its war crimes court in Sierra Leone. He has received the New York State Bar Associations Distinction in International Law and Affairs Award and the Order of Australia for services to human rights. He is a master of the Middle Temple and a trustee of the Bureau of Investigative Journalism. His book Crimes Against Humanity: The Struggle for Global Justice has been hailed as an inspiration for the global justice movement. His autobiography, Rather His Own Man: In Court with Tyrants, Tarts and Troublemakers, was published by Biteback (UK) and Penguin Random House Australia in 2018. Details ISBN1785908677 Author Geoffrey Robertson Publisher Biteback Publishing Year 2024 ISBN-13 9781785908675 Format Hardcover Imprint Biteback Publishing Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Audience General Publication Date 2024-03-28 UK Release Date 2024-03-28 DEWEY 320.447 Pages 224 ISBN-10 1785908677 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159092538;

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