{"title":"Dr Andrew Curtis","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the insightful work of \u003cem\u003eDr Andrew Curtis\u003c\/em\u003e, a renowned author and scholar whose writings delve deep into the realms of history and military analysis. His books, including the thought-provoking title \u003cem\u003eWe Need to Talk About Defence\u003c\/em\u003e, offer readers a comprehensive understanding of historical events and their implications on modern-day defence strategies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDr Curtis's expertise is evident in his ability to unravel complex military topics and present them in a manner that is both engaging and accessible. His authoritative yet approachable style ensures that both history enthusiasts and newcomers to military studies will find his books enlightening and enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection is a testament to Dr Curtis's dedication to exploring the nuances of defence systems and their socio-political impacts throughout history. Whether you're seeking to expand your knowledge on military history or gain fresh perspectives on defence policies, Dr Andrew Curtis's works are an indispensable addition to your reading list.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"we-need-to-talk-about-defence-by-dr-andrew-curtis-9781350498006","title":"We Need to Talk About Defence","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBased on a distinguished 35-year career in the RAF as an Air Commodore, Andrew R. Curtis highlights what is wrong with the way defence is managed today, and presents evidence-based proposals to fix it.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDefence\u003c\/i\u003e is failing to deliver. From the ability of the Ministry of Defence (MoD) to develop defence policy, to the single services - Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force (RAF) - ability to acquire and maintain military capability, and undertake military operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a new problem; indeed, ever since the creation of the MoD in 1964, there have been tensions between the department of state and the armed forces over allocations of responsibility, authority, and accountability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConcerned with political oversight; the allocation of responsibility, authority, and accountability; administration of people; organisational structures; and policies and processes, Curtis compellingly demonstrates the critical need to reform the management of \u003ci\u003eDefence\u003c\/i\u003e for the UK’s armed forces to fight and win in the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46852624253164,"sku":"9781350498006","price":51.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/22892343482668.jpg?v=1759157350"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/dr-andrew-curtis.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}