The Challenge of Conflict ― International Law Responds

This collection of 31 papers examines the response of international law to modern armed conflict. A diverse range of contributors includes scholars, activists, United Nations officials, and representatives of civil society and the military. Topics include (for example) the causes and prevention of violent conflict; the role of international courts and tribunals; and the responsibilities of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees in situations of acute crisis. The papers were originally presented at a February 2004 conference held in Adelaide, Australia. Annotation c2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Ustinia Dolgopol teaches Human Rights and the International Protection of Women's Rights at the School of Law, Flinders University of South Australia. She is well known for her research with respect to the 'Comfort Women' and acted as a Chief-Prosecutor at the Tokyo Women's Tribunal.Judith Gardam teaches Public International Law at the Law School, University of Adelaide in South Australia. She is an acknowledged expert on international humanitarian law and the regulation of the use of force by States and has published widely in these areas.