Deterrence in the Second Nuclear Age
, by Payne, Keith B.- ISBN: 9780813108957 | 0813108950
- Cover: Paperback
- Copyright: 10/24/1996
The fundamental problem with the deterrence theory is that it posits a rationale--hence predictable--opponent. History frequently demonstrates the opposite. Payne argues that as the one remaining superpower, the United States needs to be more flexible in its approaches to regional powers.