The Use of Force

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For more than two decades, The Use of Force has been the 'go-to' book for both introductory and advanced courses in security studies. Like its distinguished predecessors, this new edition still combines classic theoretical articles and up-to-date analyses of critical contemporary issues. If you are going to assign one book to your students, this is the one. -- Stephen M. Walt, Professor of International Affairs at Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government The Use of Force has long been the leading reader in the area of security studies. It deftly combines the 'classics' with the best new scholarship on emerging issues, and takes care to present competing perspectives. I have used it for years and hope to do so for years to come. -- Peter Feaver, Triangle Institute for Security Studies, Duke University It is hard to imagine a better collection of traditional security analyses by prominent realist scholars. -- Deborah Avant, Josef Korbel School of International Studies, University of Denver A very useful and balanced collection that covers many facets of the problem, logically organized by two of the most sensible scholars in the field. -- Richard K. Betts, Arnold A. Saltzman Professor of War and Peace Studies, Columbia University A very useful compendium of articles on critical questions of military force in world politics. -- Joseph S. Nye Jr., University Distinguished Service Professor, Harvard University The Use of Force is an essential resource for scholars and students concerned with the fundamental security problems of our day. It should be at the top of the list for anyone seeking an anthology of international security issues. -- Risa Brooks, Marquette University The Use of Force has long been an invaluable aid for understanding critical security issues. The articles in the latest edition address both classic strategic problems and the emerging challenges in the world today. -- Daniel L. Byman, Georgetown University Written by some of today's most well-known and established academics and foreign policy strategists. . . . This book will make an excellent addition to the professional library of any Marine leader concerned with how the Corps can most effectively structure itself to remain a leading instrument in the implementation of American foreign policy. * Marine Corps Gazette * The Use of Force continues to offer a most stimulating blend of contemporary and traditional perspectives on international relations, very valuable for students new to the subject, but essential also for the experienced researcher trying to maintain his or her bearings. The contributions are chosen for their readability and their timelessness. The perspective is always realistic, in the best sense of the term. -- George H. Quester, University of Maryland This book is indispensable for courses that deal with security issues. -- Robert C. Gray, Franklin & Marshall College Like the eighth edition of The Use of Force you will. -- Yoda