War And The Art Of Governance
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| Author | : Nadia Schadlow |
| Publisher | : Georgetown University Press |
| Total Pages | : 340 |
| Release | : 2017-03-01 |
| Genre | : Political Science |
| ISBN | : 1626164118 |
Success in war ultimately depends on the consolidation of political order. Nadia Schadlow argues that the steps needed to consolidate a new political order are not separate from war. They are instead an essential component of war and victory. The challenge of governance operations did not start with the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. The US Army’s involvement in the political and economic reconstruction of states has been central to all its armed conflicts from large-scale conventional wars to so-called irregular or counterinsurgency wars. Yet, US policymakers and military leaders have failed to institutionalize lessons on how to consolidate combat gains into desired political outcomes. War and the Art of Governance examines fifteen historical cases of US Army military interventions, from the Mexican War through the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Improving future outcomes will require US policymakers and military leaders to accept that plans, timelines, and resources must be shaped to reflect this reality before they intervene in a conflict, not after things go wrong. Schadlow provides clear lessons for students and scholars of security studies and military history, as well as for policymakers and the military personnel who will be involved in the next foreign intervention.
| Author | : Nadia Schadlow |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 838 |
| Release | : 2005 |
| Genre | : Postwar reconstruction |
| ISBN | : |
| Author | : John J. Pitney, Jr. |
| Publisher | : University of Oklahoma Press |
| Total Pages | : 260 |
| Release | : 2001-09-01 |
| Genre | : Political Science |
| ISBN | : 9780806133829 |
Drawing parallels between war and politics, the author explains why military principles can be applied to an understanding of the events, concepts, concerns, issues, and practices of political life.
| Author | : Brien Hallett |
| Publisher | : University of Illinois Press |
| Total Pages | : 212 |
| Release | : 2024-03-18 |
| Genre | : Political Science |
| ISBN | : 025205685X |
Historically, it has been assumed that war is violence and declarations of war are simply public announcements that serve to initiate combat. Brien Hallett denies both assumptions and claims that war is policy, not violence. The Lost Art of Declaring War analyzes the crucial differences between combat and war and convincingly argues that the power to "declare" war is in actuality the power to compose a text, draft a document, write a denunciation. Once written, the declaration then serves three functions: to articulate the political purposes of the war, to guide and direct military operations, and to establish the boundary between justified combat and unjustified devastation. Hallett sounds a clarion call urging the people and their representatives to take up the challenge and write fully reasoned declarations of war. Then, and only then, can a civilized nation like the United States lay claim to being fully democratic, not only in peacetime, but in wartime as well.
| Author | : Niccolò Machiavelli |
| Publisher | : Good Press |
| Total Pages | : 362 |
| Release | : 2023-11-25 |
| Genre | : Philosophy |
| ISBN | : |
In 'THE STRATEGY: The Art of War & The Prince', Niccolò Machiavelli combines two timeless classics that delve into the realms of politics and military strategy. Machiavelli's writing style is characterized by its practicality and realism, offering insights into the nuances of leadership and the exercise of power. 'The Art of War' is a strategic guide that explores the tactics and principles necessary for success in battle, while 'The Prince' delves into the intricacies of political leadership and statecraft. Machiavelli's works are considered crucial in the development of political theory and have had a lasting impact on the study of power dynamics in society. Machiavelli, a diplomat and philosopher in Renaissance Italy, drew on his experiences to provide a nuanced analysis of political strategy and governance in 'THE STRATEGY'. His observations on leadership and power continue to be relevant in today's political landscape. I recommend 'THE STRATEGY: The Art of War & The Prince' to readers interested in gaining a deeper understanding of political theory and military strategy, as Machiavelli's insights remain timeless and thought-provoking.
| Author | : Eric Hensal |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 92 |
| Release | : 2019-07-25 |
| Genre | : |
| ISBN | : 9780578551043 |
A Progressive Art of War applies modern understanding of politics and social movements to Sun Tzu's ancient Art of War, revealing an understanding of strategy relevant to progressive movement leaders today.Substitute the word "politics" for "war." We fight over words and ideas seeking to shape public perception. In democracies, we wage campaigns to move voters and government officials to act. A Progressive Art of War speaks to issues such as solidarity, tactics, resources, strategy and risk. Its insights on conflict apply to elections and advocacy campaigns happening everyday.This is not scholarly discussion of Sun Tzu, nor a rendering of The Art of War into a how-to manual. It is a sharing of how his work frames the author's understanding of campaigns. A Progressive Art of War connects modern political and social activism to the ancient text, showing its application to today's political battlefield and exploring challenges campaigns face from an enduring perspective.This work uses the Lionel Giles 1910 public domain translation and inserts inline remarks, as traditional with Sun Tzu commentary, connecting passages to modern social and political activism.
| Author | : MR Gary J. Gagliardi |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 228 |
| Release | : 2014-02 |
| Genre | : Political Science |
| ISBN | : 9781929194728 |
Two books in one. This book contains the complete award-winning translation of Sun Tzu's "The Art of War" plus its line-by-line adaptation, "The Art of Politics," applying Sun Tzu's proven principles to winning campaigns. The two versions, the original text and its application to politics, are shown side-by-side, line-by-line. The purpose of this book is to introduce those involved in political campaigns to the strategic principles of Sun Tzu's "The Art of War" and their use in politics. In Sun Tzu's view, success goes not to the most aggressive but to those who best understand their situation and what their alternatives really are. When you have mastered Sun Tzu's system of strategy, you will be able to almost instantly analyze political situations, spot political opportunities, and make the appropriate decisions. This book addresses a range of challenges, including evaluating your supporters and voters, planning a campaign, adjusting to the local voters' specific needs, diagnosing a voter's behavior, and so on. Sample Text (Chapter One, Stanzas 1-2) "Sun Tzu said: This is war. It is the most important skill in the nation. It is the basis of life and death. It is the philosophy of survival or destruction. You must know it well." The campaigner hears: This is politics. It is the most valuable skill in any nation. It is the source of a nation's wealth or poverty. It is a course to success or disaster. You must study politics seriously. "Your skill comes from five factors. Study these factors when you plan war. You must insist on knowing your situation. 1. Discuss philosophy. 2. Discuss the climate. 3. Discuss the ground. 4. Discuss leadership. 5. Discuss military methods." Using five factors determines your political success. Consider all these factors when you analyze a given political race. You use them to know your political position: 1. Talk about your political philosophy. 2. Talk about the changing political trends. 3. Talk about the politics of the geographical area. 4. Talk about each politician's talents. 5. And talk about your campaign process. Table of Contents Art of War Art of Politics Foreword: Using Strategy in Politics 9 Introduction: Sun Tzu's Basic Concepts 17 1 Analysis 24 Your Political Position 26 2 Going to War 38 Picking a Campaign 40 3 Planning an Attack 50 Your Political Ground 52 4 Positioning 62 Positions on Issues 64 5 Momentum 74 Creative Campaigning 76 6 Weakness and Strength 86 Your Voters' Needs 88 7 Armed Conflict 102 Contacting Voters 104 8 Adaptability 116 Campaign Adjustments 118 9 Armed March 126 Moving the Campaign Forward 128 10 Field Position 146 Campaign Positions 148 11 Types of Terrain 164 Campaign Stages 166 12 Attacking with Fire 190 Firestorms of Controversy 192 13 Using Spies 202 Political Intelligence 204 Glossary of Terms in The Art of War 216 Index of Topics in The Art of War 220 About the Authors
| Author | : Richard Weitz |
| Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing USA |
| Total Pages | : 324 |
| Release | : 2011-10-05 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : |
An insightful and expert assessment examines how best to end—and avert—wars. How do we avoid war? To arrive at an answer, master analyst Richard Weitz explores the ways nations, international organizations, and individuals have sought to bring order to an inherently disorderly phenomenon—potential and actual violent conflict among organized political entities. Specifically, War and Governance: International Security in a Changing World Order analyzes a number of critical issues such as whether regional security institutions have distinct advantages and liabilities in promoting international security, as compared with universal organizations like the United Nations. Other important questions are addressed, as well. How will international organizations, such as the UN, EU, and NATO, change the nature of war in the 21st century—and be changed by it? What role might less formal institutions and nongovernmental organizations play in peacemaking? Will the nation-state remain the most important international security actor? The book ends with a gap analysis that identifies incongruities between international needs and capabilities—and suggests ways to overcome them.
| Author | : William Price Craighill |
| Publisher | : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform |
| Total Pages | : 488 |
| Release | : 2018-08-14 |
| Genre | : |
| ISBN | : 9781725186088 |
The Art of War: Large Print William Price Craighill CHAPTER I. STATESMANSHIP IN ITS RELATION TO WAR. Under this head are included those considerations from which a statesman concludes whether a war is proper, opportune, or indispensable, and determines the various operations necessary to attain the object of the war. A government goes to war, - To reclaim certain rights or to defend them; To protect and maintain the great interests of the state, as commerce, manufactures, or agriculture; To uphold neighboring states whose existence is necessary either for the safety of the government or the balance of power; To fulfill the obligations of offensive and defensive alliances; To propagate political or religious theories, to crush them out, or to defend them; To increase the influence and power of the state by acquisitions of territory; To defend the threatened independence of the state; To avenge insulted honor; or, From a mania for conquest We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public. The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades. The contents of the vast majority of titles in the Classic Library have been scanned from the original works. To ensure a high quality product, each title has been meticulously hand curated by our staff. Our philosophy has been guided by a desire to provide the reader with a book that is as close as possible to ownership of the original work. We hope that you will enjoy this wonderful classic work, and that for you it becomes an enriching experience.
| Author | : Kalevi Jaakko Holsti |
| Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
| Total Pages | : 276 |
| Release | : 1996 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 9780521577908 |
War has traditionally been studied as a problem deriving from the relations between states. Strategic doctrines, arms control agreements, and the foundation of international organizations such as the United Nations are designed to prevent wars between states. Since 1945, however, the incidence of interstate war has actually been declining rapidly, while the incidence of internal wars has been increasing. The author argues that in order to understand this significant change in historical patterns, we should jettison many of the analytical devices derived from international relations studies and shift attention to the problems of 'weak' states, those states unable to sustain domestic legitimacy and peace. This book surveys some of the foundations of state legitimacy and demonstrates why many weak states will be the locales of war in the future. Finally, the author asks what the United Nations can do about the problems of weak and failed states.
