{"title":"Carl Clausewitz","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to Carl von Clausewitz, a seminal figure in the world of military strategy and theory. Clausewitz, a Prussian general and military theorist of the 19th century, is best known for his influential work, \u003cem\u003eOn War\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOn War\u003c\/em\u003e is an enduring classic that continues to be studied in military academies around the globe. In this profound treatise, Clausewitz delves deep into the complexities and philosophy of warfare, analysing the human aspects of military conflict alongside strategic and tactical considerations. His famous assertion that \"war is merely the continuation of policy by other means\" underscores his belief in the political nature of war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur collection provides enthusiasts of history and military affairs with an opportunity to explore Clausewitz’s insights that have shaped military thinking for nearly two centuries. Whether you are a history buff, a student of military strategy, or simply someone with a keen interest in understanding the intricacies of war, you'll find Clausewitz’s work to be both enlightening and thought-provoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the enduring wisdom of Carl von Clausewitz and explore the profound impact his ideas have had on both historical and contemporary military theory.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"on-war-by-carl-clausewitz-9780140444278","title":"On War","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWriting at the time of Napoleon's greatest campaigns, Prussian soldier and writer Carl von Clausewitz created this treatise on the art of warfare, which presented war as part of a coherent system of political thought. He is best remembered for his pronouncement that war is a continuation of politics by other means and for his observations on total war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClausewitz was careful to distinguish between war and politics, arguing that war could only be justified when debate was no longer adequate, and that if undertaken, its aim should ultimately be to improve the well-being of the nation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book, \u003cem\u003eOn War\u003c\/em\u003e, remains an influential text in understanding the interplay between military conflict and political strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46338484142316,"sku":"9780140444278","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27330553482237.jpg?v=1743731502"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/carl-clausewitz.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}