Kaplan's book contended that the conflicts in the Balkans were based on ancient hatreds beyond any outside control.

Given that climate change can only be slowed but not stopped, the book contends that the subject should be elevated to a national-security issue.

Mr. Cohen's book contends that the best civilian war leaders are those who intervene and ask tough questions of the military.

The book contends that most people, including most Muslims, are illiberal Moderates.

The book also contends that the safety of dhimmis in Arab lands has been fragile and at constant risk for centuries.

And so, two new books contend, has its modern counterpart, superstring theory.

The book contends that several aspects of modern technology such as fiber optics and computer chips were developed by using information taken from the craft.

The book contends that outspoken members of minorities may have an impact disproportionate to their numbers by cowing the majority into silence.

The books contends it is "like Grandma's favorite cookbooks, only more to the point!"

But the book contends that Mr. Schenkenberg is more than just a pretty face.