'In an age of excessive information, yet precious little contextual knowledge, Robert Lieber's slim … new book … comes in handy. … Lieber's profound knowledge of the issues combined with readable prose makes this difficult subject almost easy to grasp.' Juliana Geran Pilon, Israel Journal of Foreign Affairs
'… an important and timely contribution to the ongoing debate regarding the wisdom and likely consequences of US strategic retrenchment. … Lieber's book makes a vital contribution to contemporary debates on US foreign policy.' Kyle Haynes, H-Net