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Portrait of 20th Century Torturers by Joaquin Leal is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document explores the psychology and identity of torturers in the 20th century, highlighting their attempts to legitimize their actions through professionalization and the use of coded language. It discusses the transformation of torturers from stigmatized executioners to self-proclaimed elites, emphasizing their delusions of heroism and the perverse pride they take in their roles. The text also examines the cultural and psychological factors that contribute to the torturers
- Author
- Joaquin Leal
- Language
- EN