The Ethics of Torture
by J. Jeremy Wisnewski, R. D. Emerick (Author)
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Torture has recently been the subject of some sensational headlines. As a result, there has been a huge surge in interest in the ethical implications of this contentious issue. The Ethics of Torture offers the first complete introduction to the philosophical debates surrounding torture. The book asks key questions in light of recent events such as the abuse of detainees at Abu Ghraib. What makes torture morally reprehensible? Are there any conditions under which torture is acceptable? What show more is it like to be tortured, and why do people engage in torture?. The authors argue that the force of the show lessTags
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J. Jeremy Wisnewski is associate professor,, of philosophy at Hartwick College in Oneonta, New York.
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- Genres
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, Sociology
- DDC/MDS
- 172.2 — Philosophy & psychology Ethics Political ethics Duties of public officers
- LCC
- HV8593 .W57 — Social sciences Social pathology. Social and public welfare. Criminology Social pathology. Social and public welfare. Criminal justice administration Penology. Prisons. Corrections
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- Languages
- English
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- Paper, Ebook
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