I haven't read Luttwak's book but he seems like a smart guy. I hope in the book he does more than just call it "flattery" and talk about Kissinger's wife, which is what the linked article does. My guess is that Luttwak breaks down Kissinger's ideas. My problem isn't with Luttwak or his book. I haven't read it to be able to judge. I just don't like this article and I think it doesn't do a good job of advancing Luttwak's idea. Why would he even deviate into personal things about Kissinger like his wife?