Amateur Soldiers, Global Wars

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The book explores how transnational politics and modern communication have transformed warfare, enabling diverse political movements to engage in global conflicts. Fowler analyzes key elements of contemporary warfare—mobilization, funding, training, fighting, and intelligence—highlighting their accessibility for insurgent groups. This shift presents challenges for governments, as they confront unexpected adversaries who aggressively pursue their objectives, complicating the landscape of power and authority worldwide.