Description: A critical analysis of how global special forces can and should evolve into a future-ready capability, responding to today's post-War on Terror challenges.
Review Quotes: "Well written and meticulously researched--Kiras and Kitzen have once again made a significant contribution to the body of knowledge on special operations." -- Col. (Retd) Bernd Horn, former Deputy Commander of Canadian Special Operations Forces Command
"The book we have long needed to illuminate a new design and direction for special operations in the coming tests of competition, conflict and war." -- Kalev I. Sepp, former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special Operations and Counterterrorism"An intellectually rewarding excursion into the future of special operations. Complete with cutting-edge insights, this is a much-needed foundation for reconceptualizing special operations' contributions beyond the traditional combat role. Enthusiastically recommended for policy makers, scholars and tomorrow's practitioners." -- Frank Hoffman, Distinguished Research Fellow, National Defense University"This book fills multiple voids as the contributors generate much-needed food for thought on the evolving usefulness of special operations." -- Anna Simons, Professor Emerita of Defense Analysis, Naval Postgraduate School"An excellent overview of the potential utility of special operations, demonstrating their enduring relevance in a new strategic context. A must-read for practitioners and academics alike." -- Olivier Schmitt, Associate Professor of Political Science, University of Southern Denmark"A refreshing approach." -- Parameters"The book's emphasis on adaptation and transformation remains its most important contribution." -- Small Wars Journal