This book investigates the complex origins, conduct, and aftermath of the 1999 Kosovo War. It provides a thorough academic examination of the historical context, international interventions, and the nature of the conflict itself, followed by a critical analysis of the post-war international administration. The work synthesizes diverse scholarly perspectives from political science, sociology, law, gender studies, media studies, and economics to offer a multifaceted understanding of Kosovo's situation within broader European geopolitical strategies.

This book is presented as a comprehensive academic survey, drawing on a wide range of disciplines and international scholarly input. The contributors' diverse backgrounds suggest an intention to present a balanced, multi-perspectival view of the conflict and its consequences. The work aims to avoid promoting a single interpretation, instead bringing together intellectual arguments from various fields to foster a deeper understanding of the complex situation in Kosovo and its regional and European implications.