Counterinsurgency Challenge, The: A Parable of Leadership and Decision Making in Modern Conflict
"No one understands counterinsurgency in places such as Afghanistan better than Kolenda." (Michael O'HanlonBrookings Institution2012-06-03)"Chris Kolenda is a tactical genius and strategic thinker . . . [with] an unparalleled understanding of counterinsurgency principles, he is one of our foremost COIN experts. (David H. Petraeus 2010-09-01)"This hugely engaging book draws us into the perplexing and deadly world of the counterinsurgent . . . an essential parable for our times." (Theo FarrellDepartment of War Studies, King's College2012-06-15)"An innovative strategic thinker and operator, Kolenda uniquely combines the ability to develop insightful and practical approaches to the vexing strategic problems in Afghanistan." (Stanley A McChrystal, 2010-07-01)"Col. Chris Kolenda won international renown for fighting this fight for real . . . [now] he passes on the lessons he learned in the crucible of combat to the next generation of counterinsurgents." (John A. NaglDepartment of History, U.S. Naval Academy2012-05-21)"An extraordinarily useful account of the complexity, ambiguity, and uncertainty of counterinsurgency operations. His combination of theory and anecdotes makeThe Counterinsurgency Challengea powerful and convincing read." (Seth G. Jones, author of Hunting in the Shadows: The Pursuit of al Qa'ida Since 9/11 2012-06-26)