Force and Restraint in Strategic Deterrence: A Game-Theorist's Perspective by Dr. Roger B. Myerson - U162.6 .M94 2007

"A great power’s use of its military forces may be rendered ineffective or even counterproductive when there are no clear internationally recognizable limits on this use of force. Professor Myerson derives this conclusion from the basic observation that our ability to influence potential rivals depends on a balanced mix of threats and promises..."- Strategic Studies Institute