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This book challenges the belief that democratic institutions and economic growth are effective tools for defeating an insurgency. Jeffrey Treistman reveals that while moderate violence can lead to government overthrow, bad actors that pursue indiscriminate violence and brutal repression can defeat a rebellion. As a result, bad states sometimes win.

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"An interesting and provocative work. Readers interested in the debate over the efficacy of population-centric COIN will find this book worth reading." Choice


“Drawing on relevant professional experience, a sound theory built on robust engagement with the literature, and careful quantitative and qualitative analysis, Treistman makes a compelling case for his argument that a repressive counterinsurgent strategy will succeed when it engages in extreme levels of repression or barbarism.” H-War

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      Publisher: McGill-Queen's University Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 19/07/2022
      ISBN13: 9780228011132, 978-0228011132
      ISBN10: 0228011132
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      Politics and government Terrorism, armed struggle

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      This book challenges the belief that democratic institutions and economic growth are effective tools for defeating an insurgency. Jeffrey Treistman reveals that while moderate violence can lead to government overthrow, bad actors that pursue indiscriminate violence and brutal repression can defeat a rebellion. As a result, bad states sometimes win.

      Trade Review

      "An interesting and provocative work. Readers interested in the debate over the efficacy of population-centric COIN will find this book worth reading." Choice


      “Drawing on relevant professional experience, a sound theory built on robust engagement with the literature, and careful quantitative and qualitative analysis, Treistman makes a compelling case for his argument that a repressive counterinsurgent strategy will succeed when it engages in extreme levels of repression or barbarism.” H-War

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