Normative Transformation and the War on Terrorism: The Evolution of Targeted Killing, Torture, and Private...

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Simon Frankel Pratt (University of Melbourne)

Normative Transformation and the War on Terrorism

The Evolution of Targeted Killing, Torture, and Private Military Contracting

Simon Frankel Pratt (University of Melbourne)

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Cambridge University Press
26 October 2023

International relations; Military engineering

Pratt investigates the potential erosion of prohibiting assassination, torture, and mercenarism during the US's War on Terrorism. In examining the emergence and history of the US's targeted killing programme, detention and interrogation programme, and employment of armed contractors in warzones, he proposes that a 'normative transformation' has occurred, which has changed the meaning and content of these prohibitions, even though they still exist. Drawing on pragmatist philosophy, practice theory, and relational sociology, this book develops a new theory of normativity and institutional change, and offers new data about the decisions and activities of security practitioners. It is both a critical and constructive addition to the current literature on norm change, and addresses enduring debates about the role of culture and ethical judgement in the use of force. It will appeal to students and scholars of foreign and defence policy, international relations theory, international security, social theory, and American politics.

By: Simon Frankel Pratt (University of Melbourne)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
ISBN: 9781009096461
ISBN 10: 100909646X
Pages: 227
Publication Date: 26 October 2023
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Simon Frankel Pratt is a Lecturer in Political Science, in the School of Social and Political Sciences, at the University of Melbourne. His recent articles have appeared in journals including International Theory, International Studies Quarterly, European Journal of International Relations, International Studies Review, and Terrorism and Political Violence.

Reviews for Normative Transformation and the War on Terrorism: The Evolution of Targeted Killing, Torture, and Private Military Contracting

'All in all, Pratt's book offers a compelling process-based and relational account of normative change. It constitutes an outstanding contribution to what David McCourt calls the 'new constructivism' and it is a must-read for IR scholars and students interested in normativity.' Lucrecia García Iommi, International Affairs