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On War

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Clausewitz, who fought in the Napoleonic wars, sought to understand and analyze the phenomenon of war so that future leaders could win conflicts more ... Show synopsis

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Overall customer rating: 4.600
Hugh T. J

Nice compact reference

by Hugh T. J on Oct 30, 2011

I think of this as an interesting read in as much that it gets you into the thinking what went into the battles at the time this was written. What strategies were successful for Napoleon for example wouldn't be applicable in a more modern battlefield, but still some nice insights on the basics so to ... More

steve15

Very Interesting with great analysis in foreward

by steve15 on Aug 12, 2010

This is a great book and an excellent translation of Clausewitz. I have been reading a different translation that does not serve the reader as well. This edition includes an interesting analysis of Clausewitz' work and assists the reader in understanding what this book is about and provides context. ... More

spooky

I might or might not recomend it.

by spooky on Jan 15, 2009

I found it a bit heavy going after The Art of War, and had to put it down and take a rest from it. however it certainly is an enlightening read, and suggests what was wrong with 19/20 century military doctrine. Perhaps it is the particular edition or version and translator. I am currently resting it ... More

EmmetNZ

Definative translation

by EmmetNZ on Apr 20, 2007

Clausewitz' theories and reputation suffered much in the English speaking world from poor translations until Howard and Paret published this Princeton University Press translation in 1976. For the first time we had a near definative version of the superlative strategist's work. As a bonus, the translation ... More

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