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Truth, Torture, And The American Way: The History And Consequences Of U.S. Involvement In Torture
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Jennifer Harbury'S Investigation Into Torture Began When Her Husband Disappeared In Guatemala In 1992; She Told The Story Of His Torture And Murder In Searching For Everardo. For Over A Decade Since, Harbury Has Used Her Formidable Legal, Research, And Organizing Skills To Press For The U.S. Government'S Disclosure Of America'S Involvement In Harrowing Abuses In Latin America, Southeast Asia, And The Middle East. A Draft Of This Book Had Just Been Completed When The First Photos From Abu Ghraib Were Published; Tragically, Many Of Harbury'S Deepest Fears About America'S Own Abuses Were Graphically Confirmed By Those Horrific Images.This Urgently Needed Book Offers Both Welldocumented Evidence Of The Cia'S Continuous Involvement In Torture Tactics Since The 1970S And Moving Personal Testimony From Many Of The Victims. Most Important, Harbury Provides Solid, Convincing Arguments Against The Use Of Torture In Any Circumstances: Not Only Because It Is Completely Inconsistent With All The Basic Values Americans Hold Dear, But Also Because It Has Repeatedly Proved To Be Ineffective: Again And Again,'Information' Obtained Through These Gruesome Tactics Proves Unreliable Or False. Worse, The Use Of Torture By U.S. Client States, Allies, And Even By Our Own Operatives, Endangers Our Citizens And Especially Our Troops Deployed Internationally.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Truth, Torture, and the American Way'? A: The book investigates the U.S. government's involvement in torture, detailing its historical context and consequences, particularly in Latin America, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Jennifer K. Harbury, who has extensively researched and advocated against torture following her husband's disappearance in Guatemala.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 264 pages.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Truth, Torture, and the American Way' published? A: The book was published on September 15, 2005.
- Q: Does the book provide evidence against the use of torture? A: Yes, the book offers well-documented evidence and personal testimonies against the use of torture, arguing that it is ineffective and inconsistent with American values.
- Q: Is the book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, the book contains extensive research and documentation, making it suitable for academic study related to human rights and U.S. foreign policy.
- Q: What key arguments does Harbury make about torture? A: Harbury argues that torture is not only morally wrong but also ineffective for gathering reliable information.
- Q: Can I find personal stories from victims in the book? A: Yes, the author includes moving personal testimonies from victims of torture throughout the book.
- Q: Is this book considered a reliable source on U.S. involvement in torture? A: Yes, it is regarded as a reliable source due to its thorough research and the author's background in legal and human rights advocacy.