Description: For the first time in history, the capabilities of the U.S. military far outstrip those of any potential rival. This text explores a wide range of ethical issues regarding the nature and purpose of voluntary military service, and the moral challenges posed by the "war" on terrorism.
Brief description: Martin L. Cook is Admiral James Bond Stockdale Chair of Professional Military Ethics at the United States Naval War College. He is the author of several books, including The Moral Warrior: Ethics and Service in the U.S. Military, also published by SUNY Press.
Review Quotes: "Martin Cook reflects on the difficult moral choices facing American military and policy planners as they employ the latest technologies to fight a new global war. Cook brings to that reflections not only expertise in philosophy, law, and history, but also a deep appreciation of ground-level, operational detail. He has produced an indispensable resource."