National Security for a New Era (5th Edition)

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Analyzes the history evolution and processes of national security policies This text examines national security from two fundamental fault linesthe end of the Cold War and the 9/11 terrorist attacksand considers how the resulting era of globalization and geopolitics guides policy. Placing this trend in conceptual and historical context and following it through military semi-military and non-military concerns National Security for a New Era treats its subject as a nuanced and subtle phenomenon that encompasses everything from the nation to the individual. This text is available in a variety of formats print and digital. Check your favorite digital provider for your eText including CourseSmart Kindle Nook and more. Learning Goals Upon completing this book readers will be able to: Understand the history and underlying concepts of American national security Comprehend the critical importance of the Cold War and post-Cold War developments on current national security policy Describe the processes of how national security policy is made and influenced NOTE: MySearchLab does not come automatically packaged with this text. To purchase MySearchLab please visit www.mysearchlab.com or you can purchase a ValuePack of the text MySearchLab: ValuePack ISBN-10: 0205962858 / ValuePack ISBN-13: 9780205962853