Ian Cobain
Cruel Britannia: A Secret History of Torture
- ISBN 13:
- 9781846273346
- author:
- Ian Cobain
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Portobello Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 3 cm
- Genre:
- History, Military History, Military Intelligence & Espionage,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The UK's secret history of torture is one of brutality and deception. Drawing on previously unseen official documents and witness accounts, investigative journalist Ian Cobain uncovers the truth behind Britain's complicity in torture from World War II to the War on Terror. Cobain's investigation reveals a pattern of evasion and cover-up, as officials sought to dismiss allegations of abuse as the work of rogue interrogators. Yet, the evidence points to a systemic problem, with the UK government actively participating in and condoning torture in pursuit of national security interests. This book is a powerful examination of Britain's role in the global use of torture, and a stark reminder that even the most seemingly democratic societies can be complicit in human rights abuses.
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