Applying strategic theory to outer space and drawing out the
implications for international relations Offers a definitive and
original vision of space warfare that theorises often-overlooked
aspects of contemporary space activities based in the discipline of
Strategic Studies. This original research draws out the
implications of spacepower for wider debate in grand strategy and
IR. Applies the theory in a topical and contentious area within
contemporary grand strategy - anti-access and area-denial warfare
in the Taiwan Strait between China and America. Key principles are
summarised in seven propositions to make the key take-aways of
theory applicable and memorable for researchers and practitioners.
This book presents a theory of spacepower and considers the
implications of space technology on strategy and international
relations. The spectre of space warfare stalks the major powers as
outer space increasingly defines geopolitical and military
competition. As satellites have become essential for modern
warfare, strategists are asking whether the next major war will
begin or be decided in outer space. Only strategic theory can
explore the decisiveness and effects of war in space upon `grand
strategy' and international relations. The author applies the
wisdom of military strategy to outer space, and presents a
compelling new vision of Earth orbit as a coastline, rather than an
open ocean or an extension of airspace as many have assumed. Rooted
in the classical military works of Clausewitz, Mahan, and Castex to
name a few, this book presents comprehensive principles for
strategic thought about space that explain the pervasive and
inescapable influence of spacepower on strategy and the changing
military balance of the 21st century.
General
| Imprint: |
Edinburgh University Press
|
| Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
| Release date: |
March 2022 |
| Authors: |
Bleddyn E Bowen
|
| Dimensions: |
234 x 156 x 22mm (L x W x T) |
| Format: |
Paperback
|
| Pages: |
288 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-1-4744-5049-2 |
| Categories: |
Books
|
| LSN: |
1-4744-5049-0 |
| Barcode: |
9781474450492 |
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