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1. A Comprehensive and Engaging Guide to Understanding Cyber Warfare
   “Rethinking Cyber Warfare” is an exceptional book that provides a comprehensive and engaging exploration of cyberattacks and their impact on national security. The author’s extensive experience as a diplomat in the field shines through, offering readers a perfect balance of captivating anecdotes and rigorous analysis.What makes this book stand out is its accessibility to readers of all levels. The clear signposting allows those new to the subject to build a solid foundation while enabling more experienced readers to delve into areas of greater interest. The author’s ability to synthesize a vast amount of prior literature makes “Rethinking Cyber Warfare” an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the intersection of cyber warfare, international relations, and international security.Moreover, the author’s insightful policy recommendations provide a glimpse into the future of cyber warfare, positioning this book as a template for what lies ahead. As governments worldwide grapple with the challenges posed by cyberattacks, “Rethinking Cyber Warfare” is poised to become a seminal text in the field, making it a must-read for academics, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of this topic.

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2. Rethinking Cyber Warfare: law and policy at the frontier of geopolitics
   “Rethinking Cyber Warfare” by R. David Edelman is a groundbreaking exploration of the intricate intersection between technology, international relations, and security in the digital age. Edelman’s meticulous analysis challenges conventional wisdom surrounding cyberattacks and nation-state cybersecurity, offering a compelling reassessment informed by both practical experience and rigorous scholarship. Drawing on firsthand practitioner insights and a wealth of primary sources, including United Nations negotiations and government documents, Edelman provides a fresh perspective that is both timely and essential. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the evolving landscape of digital disruption and its implications for global security. Edelman’s work stands as a beacon of clarity in a complex and rapidly changing field, offering invaluable insights for policymakers, scholars, and concerned citizens alike.

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3. Rethinking Cyber Warfare
   “Rethinking Cyber Warfare” answers a lot of the questions: little questions, like what exactly are cyberattacks and why are national security officials concerned about them, and big questions, like what will it actually take for governments to reconsider launching them.  It is more colorful and interesting than a typical academic book, while feeling much more authoritative than lot of the others on the topic — which too often feel high-level and light on specifics.

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4. Poorly written, riddled with typos.
   The subject matter is interesting, but it’s a slow read. Really does not flow at all. I could have gleaned all of the info from a 30 minute podcast without suffering through more incomplete sentences, grammatical errors, and typos than I’ve seen in other books.

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5. Great book on an important topic
   As a life-long learner who wants to get smart on cyberattacks, I particularly appreciate how comprehensive “Rethinking Cyber Warfare” is. This book is a one-stop-shop for understanding the intersection of cyber warfare, international relations, and security.

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6. A must read!
   This important read provides historical context and analyzes the impact of cyber warfare on global security.

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7. Must read
   Excellent insights from an author who has first hand experience and deep expertise. Also appreciate the trying style and occasional funny aside. Highly recommend!!

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