Paradoxes of War

Paradoxes of War: Through the topic of war, this course presents a well-rounded sociological perspective of the social, cultural, economic, and power influences that determine the nature of war and the composition of militaries in the Western world and learn how institutions and behaviors are constructed.

P Paradoxes of War was maybe one of the most interesting course I've enrolled in Coursera.I can say for sure that I've learned a lot via Prof. Miguel Centeno through all those weeks.

I was not sure that I would be interested in the topic, but it turned out to be a very interesting course.

Very interesting course Solid presentation of ideas that SHOULD be considered before entering a war -- but sadly are usually ignored in the emotions of a mindless mass moment.

I thoroughly enjoyed the course.

I really enjoyed the course.

Great class according to its objective, to study wars from a sociological point of view.

There is perhaps a need for a deeper review from the military point of view and the eastern form of conflict, but such matters are beyond the scope of the course as the teacher says.

A very thought provoking course and all credit to the Professor and those who helped him put the course together.

an excellent book that is thought provoking, it covers a lot of the material that is discussed throughout the course.

I thoroughly enjoyed this course and thought it was an excellent introduction to thinking about war from a sociological perspective which picks apart our 'common sense' and 'everyday' understandings.

The material Professor Miguel Centeno has collected over 15 years is exciting and elucidating as he continually asks “why."

The teaching approach of the professor Miguel Centeno has been one of the basic reasons for which this couse has been both so delightful and enriching.

Great teacher and very good structure and arguments.

Great teacher!