Cassell history of warfare book series thriftbooks. Comprising sixteen essays penned by a global cadre of leading military experts, a history of air warfare chronologically. Then using the latest archaeology and contemporary sources it reconstructs the last hours of richard iii, where the battle took place, and how the battle unfolded using step by step maps. Roman warfare was relentless in its pursuit of victory. A history of warfare by john keegan, paperback barnes. Comprehensive history of war from the 17th century to the present day, presenting the best historical research to the general reader. Cambridge illustrated history of warfare triumph of the. Pdf download for free medical books pretitle warfare and culture in world history paperback posttitle from. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. A ruthless approach to combat played a major part in romes history, creating an empire that eventually included much of europe, the near east and north africa. By no means a history of warfare and that title is a cheating of the buyer, the book is also not even a book in itself, but just an overgrown academic pompous 400 pages essay with no structure or clear idea of what it wants and where it goes.
A history of warfare stresses that warmaking, for all its destructiveness, has been an inescapable feature of human culture since organised societies emerged. The cambridge history of warfare is a comprehensive account of war in the west. Retired british major general peter reid covers a subject and period not delved into much by other books of military history. After empires he did a sequel of sorts, the barrier and the javelin, a history of the war around the world in the month of june 1944, and a work on british strategic planning in the pacific during the war. A history of warfare and millions of other books are available for instant access. Watch american history tv full episodes, clips and more.
A history of warfare is a book by military historian john keegan, which was published in 1993. Books and ebooks about warfare in the ancient world, examining the equipment, uniforms, training and tactics of soldiers and warriors on the battlefield, from the spartans of ancient greece to the legendary roman legions. A history of warfare paperback november 1, 1994 by john keegan author. Keegan traces the history of warfare from premodern times to today or, 1993, when the book was first published. A history of warfare by john keegan, 97818447497, available at book. A compelling subject, war is common to almost all known societies and almost all periods of history. Ancient warfare books ancient world warfare osprey. Lastly, hes written this short history of wwii in the pacific, replete with illustrations, elaborate color maps, and graphs and pie charts.
The acclaimed author and preeminent military historian john keegan examines centuries of human conflict. A history of warfare is a book by military historian john keegan, which was published in 1993 by random house. He also talks about the conquests of the horse peoples, first under. Tell us about a book you would like to see published by osprey. The cambridge history of warfare 2005, paperback for. John keegans books include the iraq war, intelligence in war, the first world war, the battle for history, the face of. The history of warfare is a 3660minute documentary series about the most famous wars and battles in world history focusing primarily on the military annals of great britain the series was created during the 1990s, when cromwell productions ltd became a production company specialising in historical and arts documentaries taking the example of other shows from. Select period the eastern front 16th century 17th century 18th century 19th century american civil war ancient warfare aviation eastern warfare medieval warfare. Book weapons and warfare history and hardware of warfare. English warfare 15111642 chronicles and analyses military operations from the reign of henry viii to the outbreak of the civil war. War is a compelling subject, common to almost all societies throughout history. History of warfare presents the latest research on all aspects of military history. Because of its critical approach, even treatment, and historical background, the book will appeal to modern warfare scholars, air power specialists, and general readers interested in military history alike. The acclaimed author of the face of battle examines centures of conflict in a variety of diverse societies and cultures.
Wars of empire by douglas porch 2002, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. Selected for the 2010 chief of the united states air forces reading list this onevolume anthology provides a comprehensive analysis of the role that air power has played in military conflicts over the past century. The insight and analysis of why and how various cultures fight shows why warfare has always been and still is a hugely important driver of society, possibly more. The concept of logistics has become increasingly important throughout the history of warfare. This was also a time of revolution in warfare, so the book examines english and european way of war at the time and how it affected the outcome at bosworth. Author bio john keegan was for many years senior lecturer in military history at the royal military academy, sandhurst, and has been a fellow at princeton university and a visiting professor of history at vassar college. The author gave us two dozen books in his career before his death in august 2012. He was the senior lecturer in military history during his tenure at the royal military academy sandhurst. The book covers the history of warfare up to modern times. A history from beginning to end world war 2 battles book 15 6.
A brief history of medieval warfare by peter reid, 9781845295349, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Keegan discusses early warfare, the proliferation of bronze age warfare and then iron age warfare greek hoplites and phalanxes, roman legions and maniples. For example, soldiers fighting with swords required far fewer and complicated supplies than soldiers fighting with gunpowder muskets. The definitive history of warfare told by britains foremost military historian. Save over 20% credits will not expire, so you can use them at any time. Cassell the publisher apparently intends to do a number of these in its history of warfare series. The cambridge history of warfare by professor geoffrey. Engineering efficiency and martial vigor in the war of the spanish succession. The numerous illustrations are marvelous and are integrated well with the text. It also recognises, however, that man has consistently sought to limit the effects of his own capacity for violence and that now, in the nuclear age, he has no alternative to making.
Due to the weight we are unable to ship outside uk. John keegans masterpiece is a work of breathtaking scope that not only chronicles the history of warfare, but unearths lessons on the nature of humanity. Journal of world history this book deserves close attention from the student of military afairsa valuable overview of the history of warfare foreign affairs. More than a simple homage to air power, a history of air warfare exposes air powers strengths and weaknesses and, where relevant, illuminates the challenges of joint operations and coalition warfare. A history of warfare is perhaps the most remarkable study of warfare that has yet been written.
Cambridge illustrated history of warfare triumph of the west paperback, 2000. The cassell history of warfare book series by multiple authors includes books roman warfare, wars of the ancient greeks, the art of war. It works well as a valuable addition for any military historian, as well as serving as a great primer to the vast scope of military history. Discover the weapons that they used, the fortifications that protected them and the battles they fought in. More information about this seller contact this seller 12. Its an interesting and thought provoking book, its conclusions are interesting and i would say for anyone reading history in general at a university level this book is a must read. From primitive man in the bronze age to the end of the cold war in the twentieth century, keegan shows how armed conflict has been a primary preoccupation throughout the history of civilization and how deeply rooted its practice has become in our. From a primitive man in the bronze age to the end of the cold war in the twentieth century, keegan shows how armed conflict has been a primary preoccupation throughout the history of civilization and how deeply rooted its practice has become in our cultures. The oxford history of modern war paperback charles. Keegan is at once the most readable and the most original of living military historians. Keegan the prophet, alas, seized control of this book, and uses it as a high place from which to hurl invective against his personal demon, who goes by the unlikely.
Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. A brief history of medieval warfare book depository. Henry viiis expeditions, the elizabethan contest with catholic europe, and the subsequent commitment of english troops to the protestant cause by james i and charles. What distinguished the roman army from its opponents was the uncompromising and total destruction of its enemies. The tudor and stuart periods laid the foundations of modern english military power. During this time, the english learned from their mistakes and developed methods of warfare to. The combined effort of seven leading experts, this book treats the history of all aspects of the subject. A detailed account of war in the west from antiquity to the present, first published in 2005. A history of warfare was first published ten years ago, but has no expiration date as shown by now being available on your ebook reader. Buy this book in his sweeping new study, keegan the face of battle examines the origins and nature of warfare, the ethos of the primitive and modern. Buy a cheap copy of a history of warfare book by john keegan. At the beginning of every month we will post the 5 best suggestions and give you the chance to vote for your favourite. The cambridge history of warfare edition 1paperback.
Buy the cambridge history of warfare by professor geoffrey parker editor online at alibris. Despite the catastrophic effects of war, wars have also proved to be instrumental to longterm change in world history this text is the first of its kind to survey how warfare has developed from ancient times to the present day and the role it has played in shaping the world we know. This is where i publish my preliminary research notes and ideas concerning warfare in the book of mormon. There are several themes that run throughout keegans book. At last a great work that try to write the truth of the pike and shot era, the seventeenth century for a lot of historian was the beginning for the modern warfare and the innovations of the famous gustavus adolphus were nothing new, but thanks to john childs we now can read the history as it should be understanding that this century changes were. From primitive man in the bronze age to the end of the cold war in the twentieth century, keegan shows how armed. The definitive visual guide to the objects of warfare hardcover by dk publishing dk from the siege towers and catapults employed by ancient invaders to the unmanned drones and stealth bombers used by todays armed forces, the mastering of superior technology has always played a critical role in determining an armys chances. A history of warfare book by john keegan thriftbooks. Highlights this weekend on american history tv may 911, 2020. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Due to the weight of this book there will be additional postage costs. In this book, the history of warfare, john keegan has turned what is in general a difficult idea, that of warfare, and turned it into a subject the lay reader can understand. The more advanced military technology is, the more supplies necessary to continue a war effectively.