Cultural Law

International, Comparative, and Indigenous

Alison Dundes Renteln author Robert Kirkwood Paterson author James A R Nafziger author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Cambridge University Press

Published:28th Apr '14

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A collection on cultural law that demonstrates efficacy of comparative, international, and indigenous law in the context of culture-related issues.

This unique collection of materials and commentary on cultural law covers a broad range of themes to demonstrate the reality and efficacy of comparative, international, and indigenous law and legal practices in the dynamic context of culture-related issues. These issues are presented at multiple levels of legal authority: international, national, and subnational.Cultural law is a new and exciting field of study and practice. The core themes of linguistic and other cultural rights, cultural heritage, traditional crafts and knowledge, the performing arts, sports, and religion are of fundamental importance to people around the world, engaging them at the grass roots and often commanding their daily attention. The related legal processes are both significant and complex. This unique collection of materials and commentary on cultural law covers a broad range of themes. Opening chapters explore critical issues involving cultural activities, artifacts, and status as well as the fundamental concepts of culture and law. Subsequent chapters examine the dynamic interplay of law and culture with respect to each of the core themes. The materials demonstrate the reality and efficacy of comparative, international, and indigenous law and legal practices in the dynamic context of culture-related issues. Throughout the book, these issues are presented at multiple levels of legal authority: international, national, and subnational.

ISBN: 9781107613096

Dimensions: 253mm x 177mm x 36mm

Weight: 1600g

1012 pages