The geopolitics of shaming: when human rights pressure works—and when it backfires.

"The Geopolitics of Shaming: When Human Rights Pressure Works—and When It Backfires" by Rochelle Terman explores the complex dynamics of international human rights enforcement and shaming between states. The author proposes a new theoretical approach that examines when shaming improves human rights conditions, when it is ineffective, and when it is counterproductive. Terman emphasizes the role of states in shaming processes and argues that the effectiveness of shaming is influenced by pre-existing geopolitical relations. The book provides valuable insights into human rights enforcement, transnational advocacy, opposition to international norms, and the relationship between norms and power politics. It is recommended for scholars and can potentially guide actors involved in international human rights enforcement. [Extracted from the article]