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The Accidental Guerrilla: Fighting Small Wars In The Midst Of A Big One,Used
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David Kilcullen Is One Of The World'S Most Influential Experts On Counterinsurgency And Modern Warfare. A Senior Counterinsurgency Advisor To General David Petraeus In Iraq, His Vision Of War Dramatically Influenced America'S Decision To Rethink Its Military Strategy In Iraq And Implement 'The Surge.'Now, In The Accidental Guerrilla, Kilcullen Provides A Remarkably Fresh Perspective On The War On Terror. Kilcullen Takes Us 'On The Ground' To Uncover The Face Of Modern Warfare, Illuminating Both The Big Global War (The 'War On Terrorism') And Its Relation To The Associated 'Small Wars' Across The Globe: Iraq, Afghanistan, The Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Chechnya, Pakistan And North Africa. Kilcullen Sees Today'S Conflicts As A Complex Pairing Of Contrasting Trends: Local Social Networks And Worldwide Movements; Traditional And Postmodern Culture; Local Insurgencies Seeking Autonomy And A Broader Panislamic Campaign. He Warns That America'S Actions In The War On Terrorism Have Tended To Conflate These Trends, Blurring The Distinction Between Local And Global Struggles And Thus Enormously Complicating Our Challenges. Indeed, The Us Had Done A Poor Job Of Applying Different Tactics To These Very Different Situations, Continually Misidentifying Insurgents With Limited Aims And Legitimate Grievances (Whom He Calls 'Accidental Guerrillas') As Part Of A Coordinated Worldwide Terror Network. We Must Learn How To Disentangle These Strands, Develop Strategies That Deal With Global Threats, Avoid Local Conflicts Where Possible, And Win Them Where Necessary.Colored With Gripping Battlefield Experiences That Range From The Jungles And Highlands Of Southeast Asia To The Mountains Of The Afghanistanpakistan Border To The Dusty Towns Of The Middle East, The Accidental Guerrilla Will, Quite Simply, Change The Way We Think About War. This Much Anticipated Book Will Be A Must Read For Everyone Concerned About The War On Terror.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Accidental Guerrilla'? A: 'The Accidental Guerrilla' explores the complexities of modern warfare, particularly the interplay between global terrorism and local insurgencies. David Kilcullen emphasizes the need to distinguish between local conflicts and broader global movements.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Accidental Guerrilla'? A: The book is authored by David Kilcullen, a prominent expert in counterinsurgency and modern warfare, who served as a Senior Counterinsurgency Advisor to General David Petraeus.
- Q: When was 'The Accidental Guerrilla' published? A: 'The Accidental Guerrilla' was published on March 16, 2009.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'The Accidental Guerrilla' is bound in hardcover.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Accidental Guerrilla'? A: 'The Accidental Guerrilla' contains a total of 346 pages.
- Q: What are the key conflicts discussed in the book? A: Kilcullen discusses various conflicts including those in Iraq, Afghanistan, the Philippines, and North Africa, highlighting the differences and similarities between global terrorism and local insurgencies.
- Q: Is 'The Accidental Guerrilla' suitable for general readers? A: Yes, 'The Accidental Guerrilla' is suitable for general readers interested in military strategy, counterinsurgency, and contemporary global conflicts, as it presents complex ideas in an accessible manner.
- Q: Does the book include personal experiences from the author? A: Yes, the book is enriched with David Kilcullen's personal battlefield experiences, providing readers with a firsthand perspective on modern warfare.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of 'The Accidental Guerrilla' is the first edition.
- Q: What is the condition of 'The Accidental Guerrilla' being sold? A: 'The Accidental Guerrilla' is offered in new condition.