Understanding Torture

Understanding Torture
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Publisher : Edinburgh University Press
Total Pages : 289
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ISBN-10 : 9780748686728
ISBN-13 : 074868672X
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Book Synopsis Understanding Torture by : J. Jeremy Wisnewski

Download or read book Understanding Torture written by J. Jeremy Wisnewski and published by Edinburgh University Press. This book was released on 2010-09-13 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Understanding Torture surveys the massive literature surrounding torture, arguing that, once properly understood, there can be no defense of torture in any circumstances.


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