People's Liberation Army Navy: Combat Systems Technology, 1949-2010
...Absolutely essential reading for military, diplomatic and academic communities here and abroad, and for those who simply harbor an interest in the growth of Chinese power and ambition...The supreme achievement of this comparatively short book is that [it] stimulates such ruminations and leads inevitably to further thought and debate. Neither authors nor readers could ask for anything more. --The Northern Mariner/Le marin du nordBussert and Elleman's work is an absolute requirement on the desk of anyone studying PLAN technical details. --Marine Technology, April 201[This] new book is a detailed study of the technologies employed and developed (or acquired) by PLAN, as well as an understanding and cataloging of the ship yards and how they slot into the maritime planning of the PRC. So it is a true professional reference book, with many tables and illustrations. It is safe to say that no appreciation can be made, professionally, of PLAN capabilities and PRC maritime intentions unless this book is consulted. Bussert's and Elleman's book may not be light reading, but it is essential and insightful. Great work. --Defense & Foreign Affairs Strategic Policy, June/July 2011