The Torture Memos: Rationalizing the Unthinkable - Softcover

Cole, David; Sands QC, Philippe

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1851687351 ISBN 13: 9781851687350

Publisher: Oneworld Publications, 2009

Synopsis

For the first time, the Justice Department's secret memos describing the brutal CIA interrogation techniques used under the Bush administration, and on British prisoners, are brought together in one remarkable volume. With an independent investigation into alleged MI5 complicity in overseas torture currently being called for, "The Torture Memos" is a timely and vitally important insight into the terrifying 'enhanced interrogation techniques' used in Guantanamo, and the incredible arguments advanced to justify them. David Cole's introductory essay explains the story behind the memos and presents a compelling case that American law was twisted to conform to the CIA's abusive, illegal conduct, arguing that accountability for these crimes is essential if the US is to restore fidelity to the rule of law.

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About the Author

David Cole is a professor of law at Georgetown University and has published in a wide range of legal fields. He is the legal affairs correspondent for The Nation and the author of the American Book Award-winning "Enemy Aliens: Double Standards and Constitutional Freedoms in the War on Terrorism". Philippe Sands QC is a leading international lawyer and professor of law at University College London. He is the author of "Lawless World" and "Torture Team: Rumsfeld's Memo and the Betrayal of American Values".

Edition details

• Publisher: Oneworld Publications
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1851687351
• ISBN 13: 9781851687350
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 304