Not only does this book illustrate what is being done to put down resistance to american imperialism overseas in Iraq and afghanistan, but it also shines light on what we see happening here in our country against supposed "eco-terrorists". It was not in any way an exciting read, especially if you don't already geek out on military history/ theory but it is an important book anyway. The author is one of the most respected and influential military thinkers currently influencing american policy. His ideas had a lot to do with the "surge" in Iraq at the end of the bush presidency and he was one of the primary authors of the militarys official counterinsurgency manual, which i would love to get my hands on. Check it out if you get the chance but don't expect to be very entertained.