Based on extensive original research, this book examines the role of the military in Indonesian politics. Looking at the role of the military historically, its involvement in politics and also considers how its role might develop. 'deserves a wide audience. Kingsbury's volume is especially helpful since it can either be read as a book or dipped into via its helpful index and glossary as a kind of encyclopaedia.' - ASEASUK News'As an overview into the role of the Indonesian armed forces both in its military, political and economic activities, Kingsbury's study is a valuable contribution ... .' - Journal of Malaysian Studies