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For Torture
A Rights-Based Defense
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The book presents a controversial exploration of the justification of torture in various theoretical contexts, such as defense, punishment, and consensual scenarios. Stephen Kershnar examines real-world cases, suggesting that there are plausible situations where torture may be deemed acceptable. Through his analysis, he challenges prevailing moral views and encourages a critical discussion on the ethics surrounding torture.
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- Title
- For Torture
- Subtitle
- A Rights-Based Defense
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Stephen Kershnar
- Publisher
- Rlpg/Galleys
- Released
- 2011
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 162
- ISBN13
- 9780739167779
- Category
- Philosophy, Political Science / Politics
- Description
- The book presents a controversial exploration of the justification of torture in various theoretical contexts, such as defense, punishment, and consensual scenarios. Stephen Kershnar examines real-world cases, suggesting that there are plausible situations where torture may be deemed acceptable. Through his analysis, he challenges prevailing moral views and encourages a critical discussion on the ethics surrounding torture.