Results for "The Institution" in Military

Coup d'État astonished readers when it first appeared in 1968 because it showed, step by step, how governments could be overthrown. Translated into sixteen languages, it has inspired anti-coup precautions by regimes around the world. In addition to these detailed instructions, Edward Luttwak's...

Uncover the gripping history of global espionage and how secret institutions waged shadow wars to control world affairs. Perfect for an immersive commute or a deep-focus learning session, this historical journey traces the dangerous evolution of spycraft. From ancient scouts to modern hackers...

In today’s modern world, every political regime - even the most authoritarian or repressive - describes itself as democracy or a democratic people’s republic. The concept of rule by the people and on behalf of the people has come to be accepted as the norm. Very few would overtly espouse the cause of dictatorship, absolute monarchy, or oligarchy as the most desirable political system upon which to base the government of any country.