The author, an eminent policy analyst, applies strategic balance of power models to African security issues for the first time, and formulates the "Praetorian Index" to gauge levels of military corruption, and the risk of social unrest and civil war. He compares the fine line between sufficient and excessive military spending across ten countries and defines regional indicators of genuine security need or ambition. This controversial work will interest agencies and policy analysts involved with international development and official development assistance, and is essential reading for anyone interested in disarmament issues or international risk management.

Internationally renowned as a choreographer and director of ballet, opera and musical theatre, Brian Macdonald has directed productions for the Stratford Festival, the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, the New York City Opera, the Kennedy Centre in Washington, La Scala, the Sydney Opera House and Les Grand Ballet Canadiens. He began teaching at The Banff Centre in 1962. creating the Professional Dance Program in 1982 and serving as its summer director until 2001.

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