""Does Deterrence Deter: A Study and Commentary in the Beyond Deterrence Series"" by Denna Frank Fleming is a comprehensive analysis of the effectiveness of deterrence as a strategy in international relations. The book explores the concept of deterrence and its historical development, as well as its application in various contexts such as nuclear weapons, conventional warfare, and terrorism. Fleming examines the strengths and weaknesses of deterrence theory, and argues that while it has been successful in some cases, it has also failed in others. The author also explores alternative strategies to deterrence, including diplomacy and disarmament. The book is part of the ""Beyond Deterrence"" series, which seeks to challenge traditional notions of deterrence and explore new approaches to conflict resolution. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in international relations and security studies. Overall, ""Does Deterrence Deter"" is a thought-provoking and insightful analysis of one of the most important concepts in international politics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.