'David Owen provides historical, conceptual, principled and practical perspectives on questions about refugees. His book is clear and accessible, but also subtle and sophisticated. It greatly advances our understanding of this important issue.'
Joseph H. Carens, University of Toronto
'A sparkling introduction to the central ethical issues raised by refugees from a respected philosopher. This work is a major contribution to our understanding of this great challenge of our time.'
Matthew J. Gibney, University of Oxford
Acknowledgements
Prologue: A Tale of Two Ships
Introduction
Picturing Refugees
Who are Refugees?
Responsibility for Refugees
Predicaments of Protection
Notes
References
David Owen is Professor of Social and Political Philosophy at the University of Southampton