The Myth of Universal Human Rights: Its Origin, History, and Explanation, along With a More Humane Way by 
The Last Utopia: Human Rights in History by 
The International Human Rights Movement: A History by 
Profiles in Humanity: The Battle for Peace, Freedom, Equality, and Human Rights by Dr. Benedetta Berti is a foreign policy and security researcher, analyst, consultant, author and lecturer. Her work focuses on armed groups and internal wars, analyzing the impact of insecurity on civilians and studying how to build more peaceful and resilient communities. Since 2018, Benedetta serves as Head of Policy Planning in the Office of the Secretary General at NATO.
Here are some useful reference sources on the topic of human rights history that can help you get oriented to the issues.
