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Understanding contemporary strategy

Kane, Thomas M.; Lonsdale, David J.

Authors

Thomas M. Kane

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Dr David Lonsdale D.Lonsdale@hull.ac.uk
Senior Lecturer/ Programme Director, BA War Studies/ Programme Director, MA Strategy and International Security



Abstract

© 2012 Thomas M. Kane and David J. Lonsdale. Understanding Contemporary Strategy provides an accessible and comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of modern strategy.Covering all the main issues in the field, the book explores the major themes through a combination of classical and modern strategic theory, history and current practice. The book is split into three main sections:• Definition and Context: including discussion of the human, technological, intelligence, ethical and grand-strategic dimensions• Strategy in the Geographic Environments: land, sea, air and space• Contemporary Strategic Challenges: terrorism, insurgency and nuclear strategy.Each chapter presents the reader with a succinct summary of the topic, but also provides a challenging analysis of current issues, supporting students with pedagogical features such as suggested further reading, boxed case studies and study questions.This book will be essential reading for upper-level students of strategic studies, war studies, military history and international security.

Citation

Kane, T. M., & Lonsdale, D. J. (2011). Understanding contemporary strategy. London: Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9780203801512

Book Type Authored Book
Acceptance Date Oct 27, 2011
Publication Date Oct 27, 2011
Publisher Routledge
Book Title Understanding Contemporary Strategy
ISBN 9780203801512
DOI https://doi.org/10.4324/9780203801512
Public URL https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/409744