'The consequences of war are horrific and extend to civilian and military populations. There is little question that politics, power, and money are all important determinants of war and its consequences. This book peels a complex onion clearly and instructively. In so doing it presents an agenda for public health scholarship and intervention and makes a compelling case for the ineluctable role of public health in the prevention of war and the promotion of peace.' Sandro Galea, Robert A. Knox Professor and Dean, Boston University School of Public Health 'This is a book that needs to be read, particularly, now that the sounds of war are appearing again in the chambers of power. It's important to inform the public about the dangers of war and health professionals have a major responsibility in this task.' Vicente Navarro, The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Chief Editor of the International Journal of Health Services 'This pathbreaking book provides an enlightening and inspiring analysis of the connections among war, empire, and health. Especially during this historical period of what has been called 'permanent war', as resistance to war as a tool of the failing capitalist economic system is growing around the world, the contributions in this book become essential reading in understanding our current situation and struggling to change it.' Howard Waitzkin, Distinguished Professor Emeritus, University of New Mexico, and Director, Civilian Medical Resources Network '... this is an excellent read ... The book is rich with information ... It should be useful for courses, as well as for the non-specialist, casual reader. ... It would be a great step forward if the concepts in this book could be embedded in public health schools.' Neil Arya, Medicine, Conflict and Survival '... a valuable new book ...' David Swanson, Let's Try Democracy (www.davidswanson.org)