Philosophy

The Just War Myth

Name: The Just War Myth
Author: Andrew Fiala
ISBN: 9780742562011

by Andrew Fiala

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Overview

... torture that aims toward some good consequence , since this is the sort of terror and torture that is thought by some to be morally justifiable . It is clear that torture can be a means to terrorize . Terroristic torture is excessive ...

Synopsis

As war continues to be a primary topic in public debate, Andrew Fiala in The Just War Myth critically examines the concept of just war, arguing that actual wars never live up to the ideals of just war theory. The book provides a historical overview of the just war idea and als...