national security

Having left the LAPD's Open Unsolved Unit for the prestigious Homicide Special squad, Harry Bosch investigates the murder of a doctor whose death is linked to the theft of a dangerous radioactive substance that may be part of a terrorist plot.

This book includes an introduction to today's definition of national security in the U.S., a discussion of controversial issues on national security, biographies of individuals who have had a pivotal role in some aspect of national security, and more.

"Informational text uses a historical framework to discuss issues surrounding the role of the United States military. Sections include opinions from notable Americans on various sides of the issue followed by encouragement for readers to analyze each opinion."--Provided by publisher.

Bob Woodward, a reporter and editor for the "Washington Post," draws on internal memos, classified documents, meeting notes, and interviews to examine President Obama's decisions on the Afghanistan War, the campaign in Pakistan, and the War on Terror.

Examines the role of presidents in the United States' war efforts. Includes background, arguments, and critiques of presidents and how they used their executive power during wars from the Revolutionary Era to post-9/11. Discusses the framework of the Constitution and its intent for war decisions.

Explores the contemporary issues relevant to building peace in West Africa.

Argues that the American government's actions against foreigners in the name of national security and the war on terrorism threaten the liberties of American citizens.