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    Hurt: Notes on Torture in a Modern Democracy
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    Hurt: Notes on Torture in a Modern Democracy

    By Kristian Williams

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    A collection of articles and interviews on the history, psychology, and current state of torture in democratic societies, Hurt is a short but hard-hitting look in the mirror for first-world countries. This exposé on the act of torture explores this dark world with essays from authors, anarchists, and many more. While striving to provide the general public with a greater understanding of torture, this resource forces readers to think critically about its current uses and the far-reaching implications of letting it continue unchecked.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherMicrocosm Publishing
    Release dateMay 1, 2012
    ISBN9781621060383
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