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pp. 240, black and white photo section. “In Western Europe and North America the idea that war can deliberately be used as an ‘instrument of policy’ has become unfashionable, not least because of the carnage of two World Wars and the Americans’ humiliating experience in Vietnam. But wars are still fought. Those who start wars clearly believe they are worthwhile. Why? In this original and provocative study, Brian Bond discusses the successes and failures of military and political leaders in their pursuit of victory over the last two centuries.” Book in as new condition, except for small remainder mark on bottom edge. paperback edition
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| ISBN | 0198207352 | |
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| ISBN13 | 9780198207351 | |
| Number of pages | 240 | |
| Original Title | The Pursuit of Victory: From Napoleon to Saddam Hussein | |
| Published Date | 1998 | |
| Book Condition | As New | |
| Jacket Condition | No Dj | |
| Binding | Paperback | |
| Size | 8vo | |
| Place of Publication | Oxford | |
| Edition | First Edition | |
| Category: | Military History | |
| Author: | Brian Bond | |
| Publisher: | Oxford Univ Press |
pp. 240, black and white photo section. “In Western Europe and North America the idea that war can deliberately be used as an ‘instrument of policy’ has become unfashionable, not least because of the carnage of two World Wars and the Americans’ humiliating experience in Vietnam. But wars are still fought. Those who start wars clearly believe they are worthwhile. Why? In this original and provocative study, Brian Bond discusses the successes and failures of military and political leaders in their pursuit of victory over the last two centuries.” Book in as new condition, except for small remainder mark on bottom edge. paperback edition
| Weight | 0.85 kg |
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