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Book SynopsisEvery society and every period of history has had to face the reality of war. War inevitably yields situations in which the normal ethical rules of society have to be overridden. This book draws examples from Kosovo, Afghanistan and the wars in Iraq, and looks at the key concepts in relation to armed conflict.
Trade Review'I very much welcome this addition to the debate on Just War by two of the leading practitioners and thinkers of our generation. The concerns that led to the original formulation of Just War thinking are perhaps even more pertinent now in today's complex operating environment.' General Sir Richard Dannatt, Chief of the General Staff 'This book has an importance out of proportion to its size. The Just War tradition remains wholly relevant today and for the future, and perhaps Cabinets should be reminded of it whenever they are minded to commit our armed forces to conflict. Those in positions of authority would be wise to read the book.' Field Marshal Lord Inge, Chief of the Defence Staff 1994-7 'A remarkable book, small in size but with great clarity and insight into moral and ethical principles that need to be understood and reaffirmed' Henry Kissinger
