The Dynamics of Coercion: American Foreign Policy and the Limits of Military Might

by Daniel L. Byman, Matthew Waxman

This book examines how the United States uses limited military force and other means to influence adversaries and potential adversaries. It reviews when limited force can and cannot work and examines a range of current challenges, including those of guerrilla groups or minor powers armed with nuclear, chemical, or biological weapons. It also looks at the complications arising from domestic politics and the difficulties of using force in an alliance.

Genres: Politics, International Relations, Nonfiction

300 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2002

Reviews

[Sean]

Insightful analysis of coercion.

[Jennifer]

Focused on the limitations on U.S. coercive efforts imposed by domestic politics and counter-coercive strategies.