Stephen M. Saideman & Marie-Joelle J. Zahar 
Intra-State Conflict, Governments and Security [EPUB ebook] 
Dilemmas of Deterrence and Assurance

This volume seeks to understand the central role of governments in intra-state conflicts.The book explores how the government in any society plays two pivotal roles: as a deterrent against those who would use violence; and as a potential danger to the society. These roles come into conflict with each other, as those governments that can best deter