International Humanitarian Law Research: Books

Search WorldCat for books found in libraries worldwide. Possible subject headings may include:

• combatants and noncombatants
• crimes against humanity
• geneva convention
• genocide
• international humanitarian law
• law of war
• prisoners of war
• war (international law)
• war -- protection of civilians
• war victims

Library catalogs offer access to a library's collection. Consult these catalogs of worldwide libraries specializing in human rights materials. This will help broaden your search by identifying resources not readily available in your library.

A good way to start research is to obtain a bibliography compiled by an expert in the field. Bibliographies offer an oveview of relevant literature by listing selected books, articles, or documents on a particular topic.