The book is an invaluable tool for all those who want to understand and fight against torture in the 21st century. It brings together the standards and recommendations of the UN, the European Committee for the Prevention of Torture and other sources from around the world, as well as Amnesty International's recommendations, concerning the prevention of torture and ill-treatment. There are chapters on the prohibition of torture under international law, safeguards in custody, conditions of detention, torture in other settings, and overcoming impunity. Case studies highlight successful action that has been taken to combat torture in different countries, and there are checklists of international standards and suggested further reading. The manual was produced as part of Amnesty International's worldwide campaign against torture.
- ISBN10 0862103231
- ISBN13 9780862103231
- Publish Date 29 April 2003
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 19 October 2016
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Amnesty International UK
- Format Paperback
- Pages 320
- Language English