Calhoun examines the centuries-old paradigm of just war theory to determine whether modern 'just war' rationalizations constitute sound justifications or pro-military propaganda. Her work reveals how the practice of modern war contradicts the most basic values and principles of modern Western democracies.

Autorentext
Laurie L. Calhoun is a Research Fellow at the Independent Institute, Oakland, California, USA

Inhalt
Self-Defense and War The Triumph of Just War Rhetoric Truth and Consequences Bombs and Charity The Other Side of the Story (Neglected Perspectives) Real Leaders Real Soldiers The Moral Fog of War Democracy, Human Rights, and War Why We (Continue to) Fight