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How To Break A Terrorist: The U.S. Interrogators Who Used Brains, Not Brutality, To Take Down The Deadliest Man In Iraq (2008)

by Matthew Alexander(Favorite Author)

3.94 of 5 Votes: 5

ISBN

1416573151 (ISBN13: 9781416573159)

languge

English

genre

History & Biography

publisher

Free Press

review 1: I could not put this book down. It was a fascinating read on what modern interrogation techniques are like, as well as of the petty politics that go on even in these extreme circumstances. What I found most interesting, and most disturbing, is how many of the techniques I frequently use with my therapy clients to build rapport and open them up to telling me things they are initially hesitant about. What old school interrogators seem to forget is that beyond all the cultural differences, and the horrific actions, and disgusting rhetoric, the people in front of them are still people. And to act like they've somehow relinquished their humanity for their cause is to fundamentally misunderstand humanity.I did find it somewhat simply written, and I wish it were longer and showe... mored more, AND the little black out censor lines that were kept in when the government read over them swap between being fascinating and really really big frustrating. ARGH! In one sense it's cool he left them in there, on the other hand - what a tease! I kept feeling like I could just shine a light through the other side of the paper and read what was marked out.
review 2: This book reads like a psychological thriller! And it teaches so much about the Iraqi people. After reading this, I have to say that I think we, as Americans, have ALOT to learn about these people, good things along with the incomprehensible things, but understanding of the human lives most of all. I have a great appreciation for the Iraqi people now and their plight. However, I have also learned SO much about the conflict within Iraq and it's people and how it has impacted our lives as well.. A very readable, unputdownable book.I think that this book should be a must-read for everyone! It doesn't read like a text-book, it truly reads like a thriller. Reading how Alexander handles these interrogations is so interesting and the results confirm his theories and new techniques. I'm recommending it to everyone. Passionately even. ;) Thank you Matthew for writing this book. It has taught me so much, I really appreciate your courage in writing this book. less

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