Discover the chilling history of torture devices and their evolution into modern interrogation techniques in Torture Devices: From the Spanish Inquisition to Modern Interrogations by Samantha Lee. Explore the moral debates, ethical considerations, and international human rights standards surrounding torture, as well as the physical and psychological impact on individuals and society. Delve into historical devices such as the thumbscrew, rack, and iron maiden, and uncover modern methods like polygraph machines and sensory deprivation chambers. This thought-provoking book raises important questions about the balance between security and personal privacy, the effectiveness of different interrogation methods, and the long-term societal consequences of state-sanctioned torture.
