Analyzing the political implications of drone technology for foreign and domestic policy as well as public opinion, the authors go on to examine the strategic position of the United States - by far the world's most prolific employer of drones - to argue that US military supremacy could be used to enshrine a new set of international agreements and treaties aimed at controlling the use of UAVs in the future.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 158-183) and index.

Introduction : The rise of drones -- The nuts and bolts of drones -- Drones and democracy -- Drones and international law -- The ethics of drone warfare -- Conclusion : The way ahead.