Modern War: A Very Short Introduction

Warfare is the most dangerous threat faced by modern humanity. It is also one of the key influences that has shaped the politics, economics, and society of the modern period. But what do we mean by modern war? What causes modern wars to begin? Why do people fight in them, why do they end, and what have they achieved? In this accessible and compelling Very Short Introduction, Richard English explores the assumptions we make about modern warfare and considers them against the backdrop of their historical reality. Drawing on the wide literature available, including direct accounts of the experience of war, English provides an authoritative account of modern war: its origins, evolution, dynamics, and current trends. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

Product details

• Authors: Richard English, Richard (Bishop Wardlaw Professor of Politics English, English Richard
• Publisher: Oxford University Press Trade
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 25.07.2013
• EAN: 9780199607891
• ISBN: 978-0-19-960789-1
• Dimensions: 113 mm x 174 mm x 8 mm
• Series: Very Short Introductions; A VERY SHORT INTRODUCTION; A Very Short Introductions; A VERY SHORT INTRODUCTION; Very Short Introductions; A Very Short Introductions; Very Short Introduction
• Subjects: Non-fiction book; Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political administration; HISTORY / Military / General, POLITICAL SCIENCE / International Relations / General, military history, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Military Science, HISTORY / Military / Strategy, International Relations, Theory of warfare and military science, Theory of warfare & military science