The Face of Battle - A Study of Agincourt, Waterloo and the Somme by John Keegan
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If you're interested in only one of the featured battles you might want to look elsewhere, but otherwise this slightly flawed volume is fascinating and inspirational.
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Guide Review - The Face of Battle - A Study of Agincourt, Waterloo and the Somme by John Keegan
What happens to the soldier in war? This is the question John Keegan discusses through an examination of Agincourt, Waterloo and the Somme; nearly thirty years later, the results are still wholly valid. Indeed, The Face of Battle is required reading for anyone who ever wishes to hold an opinion on historical conflicts. For the full review, click below.
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The Bottom Line
If you're interested in only one of the featured battles you might want to look elsewhere, but otherwise this slightly flawed volume is fascinating and inspirational.
Pros
- An interesting approach to conflict.
- Some nice comparisons.
- First chapter useful for history students.
Cons
- Dated in places.
- First chapter too off-putting for some readers.
Description
- 352 pages including 4 maps and 9 pictures
- Published by Pimlico
- ISBN: 0712650903
Guide Review - The Face of Battle - A Study of Agincourt, Waterloo and the Somme by John Keegan
What happens to the soldier in war? This is the question John Keegan discusses through an examination of Agincourt, Waterloo and the Somme; nearly thirty years later, the results are still wholly valid. Indeed, The Face of Battle is required reading for anyone who ever wishes to hold an opinion on historical conflicts. For the full review, click below.
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