Uncivil Wars: International Security and the New Internal Conflicts

by Donald M. Snow

Book Overview

This work examines the pattern of internal, or civil, war that has emerged in the post-Cold War world. The book discusses how changes in the international system have encouraged the development of new... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1555876552
• ISBN13: 9781555876555
• Release Date: January 1996
• Publisher: Lynne Rienner Publishers
• Length: 177 Pages

Customer Reviews

Prescient. Remains highly relevant.

Don Snow has observed that post-Cold War conflicts are fundamentally different than wars in the past. They are characterized by their lack of restraint, lack of centers of gravity, and lack of "insurgents" in showing any interest in taking responsibility or being held accountable. Don Snow explains why he thinks this change has come about, stating his argument clearly and concisely, making this a "must-have" book for the seasoned political scientist as well as new students to the genre. Fortunate to have received an advance copy, I heartily recommend this book when it comes out.