Military Responses to the Arab Uprisings and the Future of Civil-Military Relations in the Middle East

Review

'A compelling book, this is one of the most comprehensive explorations of the Arab Spring to date with a theoretical underpinning that will interest both general audiences and political scientists.' - Ruth Margolies Beitler, author of The Path to Mass Rebellion: An Analysis of Two Intifadas and co-author of Women's Roles in the Middle East and North Africa 'Beautifully written and highly accessible, this book makes an original contribution to existing literature on the Arab uprisings, offering a sober analysis of different militaries' responses through interest and restraint. This useful guide to the Arab Spring will benefit policy makers, scholars, students, and general readers.' - Nelly Lahoud, United States Military Academy

About the Author

William C. Taylor is a professional in the US intelligence community and a former Assistant Professor of American foreign policy at the United States Military Academy at West Point. As a former military advisor to an Iraqi infantry battalion, he has first-hand knowledge of Arab military thinking.