"A comprehensive description of the Indonesian Army's history of political involvement. Crouch's incredible knowledge of so many facets of intrigue and manipulation, of names, dates, enemies and friends, and specific circumstances under which each attempted coup and counter effort was made if phenomenal. His attention to the supporting literature and his own personal experiences in-country cert…
"Keen observation and a strong storyline are the twin marks of good historical analysis. Political Reform in Indonesia After Soeharto is and will probably long remain the best single overview we have of institutional reform in the 10 years since President Suharto resigned in 1998. It is authoritative, well documented, and written in a clear, lively style. Culminating a long academic career obse…