| The Instruments of Torture Contributor(s): Kerrigan, Michael (Author) |
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ISBN: 1782744266 ISBN-13: 9781782744269 Publisher: Amber Books OUR PRICE: $26.96 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2016 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | World - General - History | Social History - Social Science | Penology |
| Dewey: 364.67 |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 7.4" W x 9.4" (1.15 lbs) 192 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: From the simple fist and the boot, to the thumbscrew, rack and hallucinogenic drugs, torture has been used throughout history to punish, intimidate or obtain a confession. Long associated with absolute monarchies and totalitarian regimes, since the twenty-first century's War on Terror, torture is now a controversial issue concerning both pariah states and Western democracies. Instruments of Torture looks at the techniques and tools used, ranging from the earliest known historical instances to alleged recent torture practices in Guant namo Bay, Uzbekistan and Baghdad. Covering torture across the globe, the many methods are grouped by type, enabling each practice to be traced historically and geographically. Authoritatively researched, Instruments of Torture is illustrated throughout with historical engravings and photographs. By studying the tools of torture this book illuminates the whole practice of torture through the ages. |
Contributor Bio(s): Kerrigan, Michael: - Michael Kerrigan is the author of Dark History of the Catholic Church, Dark History of Roman Emperors and Ancients in their Own Words, among other titles. He is a columnist, book reviewer and feature writer for publications including the Scotsman and the Times Literary Supplement. He lives in Edinburgh, Scotland. |