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Routledge - The War Game: Studies of the New Civilian Militarists

Name: Routledge - The War Game: Studies of the New Civilian Militarists
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Explore the complex intersection of modern life and military strategy with The War Game: Studies of the New Civilian Militarists by Irving Louis Horowitz. This work examines how war gaming has transitioned from a niche activity to a widespread phenomenon, affecting everyone from amateur clubs to professional academics working alongside military circles. Horowitz addresses the profound concept of the robotization of human life through the lens of modern conflict simulation. He tackles the difficult moral questions raised by those who oppose the idea of war as a game. Instead of avoiding the controversy, the text asks what the real alternatives are and what happens if an opponent becomes a more skilled player in a high-stakes game of extinction. This book provides logical answers to these pressing questions, making it a significant read for those interested in military history and the social implications of modern warfare strategies. It offers a deep look into how the simulation of conflict shapes our understanding of global stability and human behavior in an increasingly militarized world.

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Examines the rise of war gaming as a characteristic feature of modern life and its impact on society.

Analyzes the phenomenon of robotization in human life through the lens of military simulation.

Addresses the moral arguments surrounding the concept of war as a game played by civilians and professionals.

Provides logical responses to difficult questions regarding the alternatives to war gaming strategies.

Explores the risks of an all-or-nothing game of extinction in a modern geopolitical context.

Offers academic insights into the relationship between amateur clubs and professional military circles.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1138539449
Category: Books > Subjects > History > Military History
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 25 September 2017
Listed Since: 08 December 2017

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