Torture
Malise Ruthven
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Torture
Published
1978
Publisher
Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Pages
342
ISBN-10
0297773895
Description
Malise Ruthven's book is the first full-length historical analysis of torture in English. It traces the evolution of torture from Greek and Roman times, through its revival in the campaign against medieval dissent, its abolition in the 18th century and its re-emergence under European colonial rule and in post-revolutionary Russia. More especially, it demonstrates how the practice of torture was, and still is, almost invariably initiated by a weak regime fearful of suspected organized opposition to its rule. The author defines this reaction as the Grand Conspiracy theory. Finally, he points out that the use of torture against rebels (real or imaginary) results in the transformation of fantasy into fact--discontent becomes active dissent.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Torture?
This edition of Torture has approximately 342 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Torture?
For most readers, Torture typically takes between 7h 8m and 4h 45m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 85,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 42m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 85,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Torture?
The estimated word count for Torture is approximately 85,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Torture?
Torture was written by Malise Ruthven.
When was Torture published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1978. The original work may have been published on a different date.