Ukraine and the art of strategy / Lawrence Freedman.

Author/creator Freedman, Lawrence author.
Format Book
PublicationNew York, NY : Oxford University Press, [2019]
Descriptionvi, 233 pages ; 22 cm
Subjects

Contents Strategic theory -- The Russia-Ukraine conflict -- War -- The context shifts.
Abstract "In Ukraine and the Art of Strategy, Sir Lawrence Freedman provides an account of the origins and course of the Russia-Ukraine conflict through the lens of the theory and practice of strategy. That is, he explores Putin's near, medium, and long-term strategies when he decided to initiate the conflict. How successful has he been? In contrast to many who see Putin as a master operator who has resuscitated a supine Russia against all odds, Freedman is less impressed with his strategic acumen in terms of the long-term fallout. By exploring concepts such as coercive diplomacy, limited war, escalation and information operations, Freedman brings the story up to the present, where a low-level conflict between Ukrainian and breakaway rebel forces in the east grinds on, and illuminates the external challenges faced by the governments' involved"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2018020914
ISBN9780190902889 hardcover
ISBN0190902884 hardcover
ISBNelectronic book
ISBNelectronic book

Availability

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Joyner General Stacks UA829 .U4 F74 2019 ✔ Available Place Hold