Jonah Schulhofer-Wohl presents a compelling case for why we must think anew about how civil wars end and how the concept of quagmire can aid us in this task. His book is essential reading for scholars interested in war-termination, civil war, and conflict resolution.

International relations are more than just government. With relations between Canberra and Beijing at a stalemate, the story of AFL team Port Adelaide’s audacious push into China reminds us of the choice between insularity and international engagement.

The dominant narrative in Southeast Asia is that China is drawing all the region’s states into its sphere of influence. Professor David Shambaugh challenges this view, arguing that the US is an underappreciated power in Southeast Asia, while China is an overestimated one.

Increasingly politicians are realising climate change is quickly spiralling out of control, with limited time left to dispel the threat. In Jason Hickel’s new book, he exposes how the solution may be much more complex than originally thought.

The United States is a country that has lost its way in the emerging Asian Century. The new administration will face some daunting challenges in developing an effective strategy for the Asian Century.

The tribal areas of Pakistan have played a critical role in the security of the country since Partition, particularly since the Taliban was ousted from power in 2001. Dr Farooq Yousaf’s book illustrates while militant activity has diminished in recent times, the law-and-order situation in the tribal areas remains precarious.

Noah Riseman and Shirleene Robinson aim to rectify the unwritten nature of the history of LGBTI experiences in the Australian Defence Force. The book recognises the contributions of the LGBTI community, yet also powerfully illustrates the work still to be done to foster equality.

Japan hasn’t always been recognised for its domestic or international economic leadership. However, in this new book, Saori Katada details the country’s shift from being perceived  as a trade villain to an active promoter of an open, rules-based regional trade order.

Sue Boyd was a trailblazing diplomat at a time when women were just starting to make a name for themselves in the Australian government.  Her memoir provides a wealth of detail on the difficulties she faced and the substantial contributions she made to Australian international affairs.

Australia's very future could be threatened by the deterioration in relations with China.  A former Australian ambassador offers some new thinking and clear advice for salvaging the situation.