Moment of Battle: The Twenty Clashes That Changed the World

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pp.478, b/w illustrations, ” In the grand tradition of Edward Creasy’s classic Fifteen Decisive Battles of the World, James Lacey and Williamson Murray spotlight only those engagements that changed the course of civilization. In gripping narrative accounts they bring these conflicts and eras to vivid life, detailing the cultural imperatives that led inexorably to the battlefield, the experiences of the common soldiers who fought and died, and the legendary commanders and statesmen who matched wits, will, and nerve for the highest possible stakes.”

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Book Information

ISBN 034552697X
ISBN13 9780345526977
Number of pages 478
Original Title Moment of Battle: The Twenty Clashes That Changed the World
Published Date 2013
Book Condition Very Good
Jacket Condition Very Good
Binding Hard Cover
Size 8vo
Place of Publication New York
Edition First Edition
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pp.478, b/w illustrations, ” In the grand tradition of Edward Creasy’s classic Fifteen Decisive Battles of the World, James Lacey and Williamson Murray spotlight only those engagements that changed the course of civilization. In gripping narrative accounts they bring these conflicts and eras to vivid life, detailing the cultural imperatives that led inexorably to the battlefield, the experiences of the common soldiers who fought and died, and the legendary commanders and statesmen who matched wits, will, and nerve for the highest possible stakes.”

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Weight 1 kg