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Drones And The Ethics Of Targeted Killing

Drones have become an essential part of U.S. national security strategy, but most Americans know little about how they are used, and we receive conflicting reports about their outcomes. In Drones and the Ethics of Targeted Killing, ethicist Kenneth R. Himes provides not only an overview of the role of drones in national security but also an important exploration of the ethical implications of drone warfare—from the impact on terrorist organizations and civilians to how piloting drones shapes soldiers.Targeted killings have played a role in politics from ancient times through today, so the ethical challenges around how to protect against threats are not new. Himes leads readers through the ethics of targeted killings in history from ancient times to the contemporary Israeli-Palestinian conflict, then looks specifically at the new issues raised through the use of drones. This book is a powerful look at a pressing topic today.

Paperback: 212 pages

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers (September 3, 2015)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1442231564

ISBN-13: 978-1442231566

Product Dimensions: 5.9 x 0.7 x 8.8 inches

Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

Best Sellers Rank: #348,659 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #277 in Books > Religion & Spirituality > Religious Studies > Ethics #529 in Books > History > World > Religious > Religion, Politics & State #551 in Books > Religion & Spirituality > Religious Studies > Church & State

An extremely nuanced, engaging, and accessible book written on an extremely important topic.

Himes is on the cutting edge here. He's a trailblazer in this area and laying the foundations for continuing discussions in future decades. Excellent!

Good book. Interesting topic.

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