The Arc of War: Origins, Escalation, and Transformation - Couverture souple

Levy, Jack S.; Thompson, William R.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0226476294 ISBN 13 : 9780226476292

Editeur : University of Chicago Press, 2011

Synopsis

The Arc of War An exploration of the evolution of warfare in human history. It provides insight into the perennial questions of why and how humans fight. Beginning with the origins of warfare among foraging groups, it draws on empirical data to enhance our understanding of how war began and how it has changed over time. Full description

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Présentation de l'éditeur :

In this far-reaching exploration of the evolution of warfare in human history, Jack S. Levy and William R. Thompson provide insight into the perennial questions of why and how humans fight. Beginning with the origins of warfare among foraging groups, The Arc of War draws on a wealth of empirical data to enhance our understanding of how war began and how it has changed over time. The authors point to the complex interaction of political economy, political and military organization, military technology, and the threat environment—all of which create changing incentives for states and other actors. They conclude that those actors that adapt survive, and those that do not are eliminated. In modern times, warfare between major powers has become exceedingly costly and therefore quite rare, while lesser powers are too weak to fight sustained and decisive wars or to prevent internal rebellions.

Conceptually innovative and historically sweeping, The Arc of War represents a significant contribution to the existing literature on warfare.

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: University of Chicago Press
• Date d'édition: 2011
• ISBN 10: 0226476294
• ISBN 13: 9780226476292
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 282