Civilizing Torture

Over the centuries Americans have turned to torture during moments of crisis, and have debated its legitimacy and efficacy in defense of law and order. Tracing these historical attempts to adapt torture to democratic values, Fitzhugh Brundage reveals the recurring struggle over what limits Americans are willing to impose on the power of the state.

De-a lungul secolelor, americanii s-au transformat in tortura in momentele de criza si au dezbatut legitimitatea si eficacitatea acesteia in apararea legii si a ordinii. Urmarind aceste incercari istorice de adaptare a torturii la valorile democratice, Fitzhugh Brundage dezvaluie lupta recurenta asupra limitelor pe care americanii sunt dispusi sa le impuna puterii statului.