Description

Book Synopsis

In this book, Professor Christopher Coker presents an original and controversial thesis about the future of war.

  • Argues that the biotechnology revolution has given war a new lease of life.
  • Draws on thinkers from Hegel and Nietzsche to the postmodernists.
  • Refers to modern fiction and films.
  • Part of the prestigious Blackwell Manifestos series.


Trade Review
"For all those who seek a deeper understanding of the contours of war, then this fine book should be required reading."

Michael Evans, Royal Military College, Duntroon


"An important and exciting book that draws on a remarkable range of sources."

Andrew Linklater, University of Wales, Aberystwyth



Table of Contents
Foreword by Michael Evans.

Preface.

1. The Re-Enchantment of War.

2. The Warrior of The Future: Memes or Genes?.

3. Towards Post Human Warfare.

4. Beyond The Death Threshold.

5. The Death of Sacrifice.

6. To be Concluded?.

Notes.

Index.

The Future of War

    Product form

    A Paperback / softback by Christopher Coker

    £25.60

    Includes FREE delivery

    RRP £26.95 – you save £1.35 (5%)

    Order before 4pm today for delivery by Sat 5 Sep 2026.

      Trusted by thousands of customers. See 2,385+ Customer Reviews

      View other formats and editions of The Future of War by Christopher Coker

      Book details

      Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd
      Published 2 September 2004
      ISBN-13 9781405120432
      978-1405120432
      ISBN-10 1405120436
      Also in:
      Warfare and defence

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      In this book, Professor Christopher Coker presents an original and controversial thesis about the future of war.

      • Argues that the biotechnology revolution has given war a new lease of life.
      • Draws on thinkers from Hegel and Nietzsche to the postmodernists.
      • Refers to modern fiction and films.
      • Part of the prestigious Blackwell Manifestos series.


      Trade Review
      "For all those who seek a deeper understanding of the contours of war, then this fine book should be required reading."

      Michael Evans, Royal Military College, Duntroon


      "An important and exciting book that draws on a remarkable range of sources."

      Andrew Linklater, University of Wales, Aberystwyth



      Table of Contents
      Foreword by Michael Evans.

      Preface.

      1. The Re-Enchantment of War.

      2. The Warrior of The Future: Memes or Genes?.

      3. Towards Post Human Warfare.

      4. Beyond The Death Threshold.

      5. The Death of Sacrifice.

      6. To be Concluded?.

      Notes.

      Index.

      Recently viewed products

      © 2026 Book Curl

        • American Express
        • Apple Pay
        • Diners Club
        • Discover
        • Google Pay
        • Maestro
        • Mastercard
        • PayPal
        • Shop Pay
        • Union Pay
        • Visa

        Login

        Forgot your password?

        Don't have an account yet?
        Create account