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A Short History of War
An engagingly accessible introduction to war, from ancient times to the present and into the future
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An engaging, accessible introduction to war, from ancient times to the present and into the future
“Forty short chapters . . . describe war from the ancient world to the present day. . . . A Short History of War offers an expansive and often evocative account of great causes that are never lost or won.”—Crawford Gribben, Wall Street Journal
“Forty short chapters . . . describe war from the ancient world to the present day. . . . A Short History of War offers an expansive and often evocative account of great causes that are never lost or won.”—Crawford Gribben, Wall Street Journal
Throughout history, warfare has transformed social, political, cultural, and religious aspects of our lives. We tell tales of wars—past, present, and future—to create and reinforce a common purpose.
In this engaging overview, Jeremy Black examines war as a global phenomenon, looking at the First and Second World Wars as well as those ranging from Han China and Assyria, Imperial Rome, and Napoleonic France to Vietnam and Afghanistan.
Black explores too the significance of warfare more broadly and the ways in which cultural understandings of conflict have lasting consequences in societies across the world.
Weaponry, Black argues, has had a fundamental impact on modes of war: it created war in the air and transformed it at sea. Today, as twentieth-century weapons are challenged by drones and robotics, Black examines what the future of warfare looks like.
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A Short History of War by Jeremy Black is praised for its concise and comprehensive overview of global military history. Reviewers commend Black's ability to condense the vast topic into an engaging narrative, highlighting his skill in capturing the diversity of warfare throughout history. The book is noted as an essential read for both novices and those with existing expertise in military studies, offering thought-provoking insights and encouraging further exploration into lesser-known campaigns.
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ISBN: 9780300267075
Publisher: Yale University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 25 October 2022
Country: United States
Imprint: Yale University Press
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 127.0mm
Height: 197.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 272
About the Author
Jeremy Black is emeritus professor of history at the University of Exeter. Black has published widely in military history, including War and the World and Air Power. His other works include Maps and History and Naval Warfare.
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