Focusing on waterboarding as a case study, the book examines the complexities surrounding the definition of torture and its implications. It delves into the language and morality associated with torture, highlighting the critical need for a clear, explicit US policy. This clarity is essential not only for accountability but also for maintaining diplomatic relations, emphasizing the real-world consequences of ambiguity in legal definitions.
Corky the dog embarks on an adventurous quest to find his missing tail, leading him on a journey that takes him overseas. Along the way, he encounters a clever peacock who possesses a stunning tail. Through this meeting, Corky discovers the secret behind his own 'missing' tail, offering a heartwarming lesson about self-acceptance and the value of friendship.
The story explores the moral complexities of grief and obsession as a scientist, mourning his deceased wife, develops an AI modeled after her. As he becomes increasingly consumed by the need to maintain her essence, his grasp on reality and ethical boundaries begins to unravel, raising profound questions about identity, love, and the consequences of technological advancement.
Celia Kaye is a little girl who has something she thinks she needs to hide. She goes to great lengths to keep her mysterious secret concealed from her friends by becoming a master storyteller.