The Great Commanders of the Modern World 1866-1975

Informationen zum Autor Andrew Roberts is an eminent historian and writer. His authorial credits include the bestselling A History of English-speaking Peoples since 1900; Waterloo: Napoleon's Last Gamble and Eminent Churchillians Klappentext Great Commanders of the Modern World is a sumptuous chronological survey of the 25 greatest commanders of the modern world. Compiled by an distinguished team of historians (including such names as Antonia Fraser, Saul David and Stephen Brumwell) working under the general editorship of Andrew Roberts, Great Commanders of the Modern World is an authoritative and beautifully illustrated account of the lives and careers of the 25 greatest military commanders of the period. Every commander is profiled in a concise and informative 3000-word article which not only brings its subject vividly to life via a lively, fact-driven narrative, but also analyses and assesses his tactical and strategic gifts. As accessible and informative as it is rigorous and scholarly, Great Commanders of the Modern World is the perfect introduction to its subject for the layperson - but also a stimulating and thought-provoking read for those with greater knowledge of military history. With its companion volumes, focusing on the great commanders of the ancient, medieval and early modern eras, it forms an indispensable guide to the greatest generals the world has seen. Zusammenfassung A magisterial survey of the military giants of the modern world.

Détails du produit

• Auteurs: Andrew Roberts
• Edition: Quercus Publishing
• Langues: Anglais
• Format d'édition: Poche format B
• Sortie: 27.10.2011
• EAN: 9780857385918
• ISBN: 978-0-85738-591-8
• Pages: 432
• Dimensions: 130 mm x 199 mm x 23 mm
• Catégories: Littérature spécialisée; Modern history to 20th century: c 1700 to c 1900, POLITICAL SCIENCE / Security (National & International), HISTORY / Military / General, military history, HISTORY / Military / Strategy, 19th century, c 1800 to c 1899, Defence strategy, planning & research, 18th century, c 1700 to c 1799, Military and defence strategy