Rethinking Asylum

Explore the critical question of asylum in Matthew E. Price's thought-provoking book, Rethinking Asylum, published by Cambridge University Press in 2009. Spanning 290 pages, this insightful work challenges traditional views on who should be granted asylum, arguing that it has mainly been reserved for those fearing persecution. Price delves into the moral implications of extending asylum to individuals escaping civil wars, severe poverty, and other grave dangers. He defends the existing focus on persecution, suggesting that granting asylum is a vital expression of political values, condemning states that mistreat their own citizens. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in human rights, international law, and the refugee crisis. Join the conversation on the future of asylum and the responsibilities of the global community with Rethinking Asylum.