Wellington: pocket GIANTS

An informative and concise biography of one of Britain's greatest generals, it explores why Wellington remains such an iconic figure in the 21st century.

About the author

Gary Sheffield is Professor of War Studies at the University of Wolverhampton. He is President of the International Guild of Battlefield Guides and a Vice President of the Western Front Association. He is the author of Command and Control on the Western Front and The Chief: Douglas Haig and the British Army, which was shortlisted for the prestigious Duke of Westminster's Medal.

Summary

Wellington is a giant because he was one of the greatest military commanders in British history, an important figure in the emergence of Britain as a great imperial power, a man who dominated British society and politics for 35 years.

Product details

• Authors: Gary Sheffield, Professor Gary Sheffield
• Publisher: The History Press Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.03.2018
• EAN: 9780750952965
• ISBN: 978-0-7509-5296-5
• No. of pages: 128
• Dimensions: 197 mm x 130 mm x 10 mm
• Weight: 148 g
• Series: Pocket Giants
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History; Non-fiction book > History > Biographies, autobiographies