From Mercenaries to Market: The Rise and Regulation of Private Military Companies

by Simon Chesterman

Book Overview

Frequently characterized as either mercenaries in modern guise or the market's response to a security vacuum, private military companies are commercial firms offering military services ranging from combat and military training and advice to logistical support, and play an increasingly important role in armed conflicts, UN peace operations, and providing security in unstable states.

As private military companies assume more responsibilities...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0199228485
• ISBN13: 9780199228485
• Release Date: August 2007
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 310 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.6" x 9.4"