Managing the ever-changing nature and cross-disciplinary challenges of the maritime sector demands a complete understanding of the special characteristics of the maritime space. The complexity of the operations of ships, ports, shipping companies, and naval and coast guard maritime security operations as well as the economic significance and the in
Buku ini mengkaji rezim‐rezim hukum laut internasional yang bersumber dari Konvensi Hukum Laut PBB 1982 (UNCLOS 1982) serta instrumen–instrumen hukum internasional lainnya. Jurnal Universitas Padjadjaran Fokus utama buku adalah bagaimana rezim tersebut diterapkan dalam konteks Indonesia: implementasi dalam regulasi nasional, praktek pelaksanaannya, dan tantangan yang muncul. Buku juga…
Buku ini membahas fenomena stres dan tekanan kerja yang dialami banyak profesional sehari-hari, mulai dari beban tugas yang besar, tenggat waktu yang mendesak, hingga dinamika hubungan dengan atasan dan rekan kerja. Penulis menjelaskan bagaimana stres kerja bukan hanya soal kuantitas pekerjaan, tetapi juga bagaimana individu memandang, menanggapi, dan mengelola tekanan tersebut — termasuk fa…
Buku ini mengangkat evolusi peperangan laut dari abad ke-19 hingga abad ke-20 melalui empat pertempuran laut kunci: Battle of Trafalgar (1805), Battle of Jutland (1916), Battle of Midway (1942) dan Battle of the Atlantic (Perang Dunia II). Keegan mengkaji bagaimana perubahan teknologi (misalnya dari kapal kayu ke kapal baja, kemudian ke kapal induk dan kapal selam), taktik, strategi dan organ…
Buku ini menyajikan kumpulan terpilih peraturan perundang-undangan dan regulasi yang mengatur aspek kewilayahan di Indonesia: misalnya pembagian administratif, otonomi daerah, pembentukan daerah, kewenangan pusat dan daerah, kewilayahan khusus (seperti kawasan khusus, pulau, perbatasan) serta hubungan lintas wilayah pemerintahannya. Tujuan utama buku adalah memudahkan para pembuat kebijakan, a…
This book explores the complex relationship between civilian leaders (statesmen) and military commanders (soldiers) during wartime, particularly within democratic nations. Cohen argues that civilian leaders should play an active and continuous role in shaping military strategy, rather than merely setting objectives and leaving execution to the military. The author analyzes four case studies of…
Buku ini dirancang bagi pemula mutlak yang ingin belajar bahasa Inggris secara mandiri (otodidak) tanpa harus mengikuti kursus atau bimbingan guru. Struktur isi buku dibagi menjadi dua bagian besar: Part of Speech (Jenis Kata) — membahas kata benda (noun), kata ganti (pronoun), kata kerja (verb), kata sifat (adjective), kata keterangan (adverb), kata sambung (conjunction), kata depan (prepo…
Buku ini merupakan penyusunan dokumen-penting (1938) dari Trotsky yang mengusulkan program transisional bagi gerakan proletariat internasional, sebagai landasan pembentukan Internasional Keempat. Trotsky menyatakan bahwa kondisi historis kapitalisme global bukan sekadar “belum” matang untuk revolusi tetapi sudah dalam tahap pembusukan — sehingga hambatan utama bukanlah objektifitas kond…
The book Soldier, Statesman, Peacemaker: Leadership Lessons from George C. Marshall explores the remarkable life and enduring leadership legacy of General George C. Marshall, one of the most respected figures in twentieth-century American and world history. Marshall’s life represents the rare fusion of military discipline, political wisdom, and moral integrity. As a soldier, he served as Chi…
The National Security Enterprise: Navigating the Labyrinth provides an in-depth examination of the complex structure, culture, and operations of the institutions that make up the United States national security system. Edited by Roger Z. George and Harvey Rishikof, the book brings together insights from scholars and practitioners who have served within the U.S. government, offering a unique ins…
Strategic Studies: A Reader is a comprehensive anthology that explores the theory, history, and practice of strategy in international relations and military affairs. Edited by Thomas G. Mahnken and Joseph A. Maiolo, the book brings together seminal writings from classical strategists—such as Sun Tzu, Clausewitz, and Mahan—to contemporary thinkers who address modern challenges like nuclear d…
Bushido: The Soul of Japan, written by Inazo Nitobe, is a seminal exploration of the ethical and philosophical foundations of the samurai code, known as Bushido. First published in 1900, the book seeks to explain the moral principles that shaped Japanese culture and guided the behavior of the samurai class. Nitobe presents Bushido as the spiritual core of Japan, deeply rooted in Confucianism, B…
War Comes to Garmser: Thirty Years of Conflict on the Afghan Frontier by Carter Malkasian offers a detailed, ground-level account of the history, politics, and human experiences in Garmser, a district in southern Afghanistan that became a focal point of the Afghan wars. Drawing from extensive field research, interviews, and first-hand observation during his time as a political officer with U.S.…
Maritime Transport and Destabilizing Commodity Flows examines the role of maritime shipping as a conduit for illicit, destabilizing, and dual-use commodity transfers that undermine international peace and security. The authors draw on the Vessel & Maritime Incident Database (VMID) to analyse incidents of transfers involving narcotics, military equipment, dual-use goods and other illicit flows b…
Perspectives on the South China Sea” brings together the analytical work of international experts to illuminate the complex web of diplomatic, legal, and security issues surrounding the South China Sea disputes. The volume addresses how overlapping territorial and maritime claims, historical grievances, international law (especially the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, UN…
The 2016 Global Forecast is an annual collection of essays by CSIS subject-matter experts that identifies the major issues expected to shape global security, diplomacy, economics and governance in the near year ahead. CSIS The report is structured into thematic parts covering geostrategy, U.S. strategic posture, the Middle East, Russia/Europe/Eurasia, Asia (including Northeast, Southeast an…
To secure maritime domains effectively, coastal states and relevant agencies must acquire and maintain timely, accurate information about vessel movements, identities and intentions in their waters—whether in coastal zones, straits, inland waterways or open seas. The book Principles of Integrated Maritime Surveillance Systems addresses this need by presenting the underlying engineering, syste…
Discover Turkey is an informative and visually engaging book that introduces readers to the rich cultural, historical, and geographical heritage of the Republic of Turkey. It provides a comprehensive overview of the country’s diverse landscapes, from the vibrant metropolis of Istanbul to the ancient ruins of Ephesus, the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, and the pristine beaches along the Mediter…
John Ferling offers a panoramic, single-volume narrative of the American Revolution and the war that secured independence, covering the period from the end of the French and Indian War in 1763 to the Treaty of Paris (1783). He argues that the struggle was not simply ideological but deeply military, political and contingent—outcomes hung by a thread, with British strategic overreach and A…
This edited volume examines the complex security and international-political dynamics of the South China Sea region — a maritime space long regarded as a locus of inter-state tension and strategic competition. It surveys the historic roots of territorial disputes, the shifting geostrategic interplay of regional and global powers, and the evolving challenge of managing the sea’s resources (o…
In this comprehensive study of contemporary African armed violence, Paul D. Williams examines the proliferation of wars and conflicts across sub-Saharan Africa after the end of the Cold War, and seeks to explain not only how many and what kinds of conflicts occur, but also why they happen and what is (or is not) done about them. The book offers a comparative assessment of hundreds of conflicts …
Buku ini membahas peran strategis surveyor independen dalam sektor pertambangan Indonesia, khususnya dalam menghadapi dominasi asing yang selama ini menguasai kegiatan eksploitasi sumber daya mineral. Abdul Jabar Yoesoef menegaskan bahwa tanpa adanya verifikasi lapangan dan audit independen yang kuat, Indonesia kehilangan potensi besar dari hasil tambang akibat praktik pelaporan volume yang tid…
In this sweeping naval-history work, Padfield argues that maritime power has been the decisive factor in shaping modern global politics and the rise of free societies. He traces the period from the mid-nineteenth century to the early twenty-first century (1852-2001), showing how societies rooted in freedom of expression, individual enterprise and open trade—characteristic of maritime powers 
In this compelling work, Hornfischer explores what he regards as the most critical naval campaign of the Pacific War — the fight for Guadalcanal (August 1942–February 1943). He shifts the spotlight from the much-celebrated Marine landings to the ferocious and decisive naval struggle in the waters of “Ironbottom Sound,” where destroyers, cruisers and battleships fought in seven major sur…
The Oregon Trail: A New American Journey recounts Buck’s 2,000-mile journey from Missouri to Oregon in 2011, traveling in an authentic 19th-century covered wagon pulled by mules. Along the way, Buck weaves together vivid travelogue, personal narrative, and historical reflection. He describes the physical challenges of the trek—river crossings, desert heat, broken wheels, runaway mulesâ…
The Men Who Lost America offers a fresh and incisive analysis of the American Revolution from the perspective of the British Empire, challenging the widespread notion that Britain's defeat stemmed purely from incompetent leadership. O’Shaughnessy presents the personal histories of ten prominent British figures—including King George III, Prime Minister Lord North, and leading military c…