Instinct for War - 7 Angebote vergleichen

Lieferung aus: Vereinigtes Königreich Grossbritannien und Nordirland, Despatched same working day before 3pm.
Spiller combines a mastery of the primary sources with a vibrant historical imagination to locate a dozen turning points in the world's history of warfare that altered our understanding of war and its pursuit.We are conducted through profound moments by the voices of those who witnessed them and are given a graphic understanding of war, the devastating choices, the means by which battles are won and lost, and the enormous price exacted.Spiller's attention to the sights and sounds of battle enables us to feel the sting and menace of past violent conflicts as if they were today'S.

Lieferung aus: Vereinigte Staaten von Amerika, Lagernd.
history,military,military science,strategy, Stories about war are some of the oldest stories told--used to entertain, to glorify, to lament, to educate. An Instinct for War utilizes myriad tales of war to offer a remarkable look at one of humanity's oldest plagues. Roger Spiller excavates the essence of war and its evolution through the words and thoughts of those who led--and those who were led--into battle, moving from the perspective of an ancient Chinese emperor to Napoleon's command, from a Civil War soldier's final days to the particularities of today's small wars throughout the globe. Spiller combines a mastery of the primary sources with a vibrant historical imagination to locate a dozen turning points in the world's history of warfare that altered our understanding of war and its pursuit. We are conducted through profound moments by the voices of those who witnessed them and are given a graphic understanding of war, the devastating choices, the means by which battles are won and lost, and the enormous price exacted. Spiller's attention to the sights and sounds of battle enables us to feel the sting and menace of past violent conflicts as if they were today'S. A bold departure from standard military history, An Instinct for War will challenge our understanding of how war forever alters the landscape--both human and geographic--and how individuals can alter the nature of battle. This collective portrait of the life of war offers unparalleled insight into our struggle for mastery ov.

Lieferung aus: Niederlande, 4-8 werkdagen.
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Stories about war are some of the oldest stories told - used to entertain, to glorify, to lament, and to educate. Roger Spiller excavates the essence of war and its evolution through the words and thoughts of those who led - and were led - into battle.Soort: Met illustraties;Taal: Engels;Oorspronkelijke titel: An Instinct for War: Scenes from the Battlefields of History;Afmetingen: 0x0x0 mm;Gewicht: 440,00 gram;Verschijningsdatum: april 2007;ISBN10: 0674024192;ISBN13: 9780674024199; Engelstalig | Paperback | 2007.

Lieferung aus: Vereinigte Staaten von Amerika, Versandkosten nach: USA.
Von Händler/Antiquariat, LaCelle Books.
Belknap Press, 2007-04-30. Paperback. Like New. ABSOLUTELY BRAND NEW! This is a print-on-demand reprint of an earlier edition. Will ship within 48 hours. Multiple quantities available! International and expedited shipping available. Search our inventory for more books on this subject. We offer shipping discounts on multiple book orders.

Lieferung aus: Vereinigte Staaten von Amerika, zzgl. Versandkosten, Verandgebiet: DOM.
Von Händler/Antiquariat, HPB-Diamond, TX, Dallas, [RE:5].
Connecting readers with great books since 1972. Used books may not include companion materials, some shelf wear, may contain highlighting/notes, and may not include cd-rom or access codes. Customer service is our top priority! Paperback.

Lieferung aus: Vereinigte Staaten von Amerika, zzgl. Versandkosten, Verandgebiet: DOM.
Von Händler/Antiquariat, The Book Junction, PA, Shippensburg, [RE:4].
Some rubbing & edgewear; few small corner creases; overall clean & tight. 403 pages. Softcover.

Lieferung aus: Deutschland, zzgl. Versandkosten.