Spoils of War Book + PRICE WATCH * Amazon pricing is not included in price watch

Spoils of War Book

One of the most important stories that's rarely in the newspapers is the foreign sales activities of American defense contractors. But an important issue it is, as illustrated by this book. Spoils of War focuses on the overseas marketing of helicopters to Turkey, which results in nice profits for Sikorsky, but has awful consequences for the Kurdish refugees they're used against. John Tirman, active in left-wing think-tank and publishing circles, makes the case that the main result of U.S. arms makers' market-making for weapons that the Pentagon doesn't want is a Third World human rights fiasco--one that, despite the company line, doesn't really help state and local economies. Read More

from£22.93 | RRP: £16.99
* Excludes Voucher Code Discount Also available Used from £4.36
  • Product Description

    A bold, detailed, and morally charged history of the United States' role as the world's largest arms dealer, The Spoils of War shows the repercussions the arms trade has had on America and the world. John Tirman draws on history, investigative research, and sharp insight to give a riveting account of the intricate political and financial maneuverings of American arms dealing.

  • 0684827263
  • 9780684827261
  • John Tirman
  • 4 May 1999
  • Simon & Schuster
  • Hardcover (Book)
  • 320
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. If you click through any of the links below and make a purchase we may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you). Click here to learn more.

Would you like your name to appear with the review?

We will post your book review within a day or so as long as it meets our guidelines and terms and conditions. All reviews submitted become the licensed property of www.find-book.co.uk as written in our terms and conditions. None of your personal details will be passed on to any other third party.

All form fields are required.