Full Description
The world has changed. Rather than a clash of civilisations, the West now faces revolts from the margins, driven by widening economic divisions, rising global elites and dangerous environmental constraints. The emergence of global terrorist movements such as ISIS is indicative of a growing threat for which traditional military responses are simply not fit for purpose. At a time when the world adjusts to new international leadership - from Trump in the US to Macron in France - and as the balance of power starts to shift away from the West, this updated edition of Paul Rogers' acclaimed book looks at the new challenges facing global security, and how we might start to address them.
Contents
Preface to the New Edition
Acknowledgements
List of Abbreviations
1 World Order or Disorder: ISIS and New Drivers of Conflict
2 Coming Out of Nowhere
3 Conflicting Narratives and an Environment for Revolt
4 Weapons of Mass Destruction and Political Violence
5 ISIS and Its Future
6 Irregular War
7 A Glowering Planet?
8 A Possible Peace
Notes
Select Bibliography
Index
