Wisnewski, J. Jeremy

The Ethics of Torture

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ISBN 13:: 9780826498908
author:: Wisnewski, J. Jeremy
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd.
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2009
Pages:: 208
Dimensions:: 21 x 13.8 x 1.6 cm
Genre:: Society, Politics & Philosophy / Philosophy
Condition:: New
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Torture has recently been at the centre of intense public debate. As a result, there is now a growing interest in understanding the philosophical arguments surrounding this contentious issue. The Ethics of Torture offers a comprehensive introduction to the key debates and questions that have arisen. The authors examine the most common arguments for and against torture, including the ticking-bomb argument, and argue that these are often overstated or underestimated. They also explore what it is like to be tortured and why people engage in this practice. This book provides a unique approach to investigating torture and constitutes an important contribution to the ongoing debate. It is an ideal introduction to the ethics of torture for students of moral philosophy or political theory, offering a clear and thought-provoking exploration of this complex issue.

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