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Warfare in the Nineteenth Century by David Gates

The Bottom Line

This book covers themes and long-term trends rather than specific wars, and it does so with considerable deft.



Pros
  • Vast range of themes.
  • Good understanding of war and the world.
  • Well-written.

Cons
  • Very little structure.
  • Prior knowledge of some battles needed.

Description
  • 205 pages including bibliography
  • Published by Palgrave
  • ISBN: 033373534X

Guide Review - Warfare in the Nineteenth Century by David Gates


Warfare in the Nineteenth Century is an accomplished and well-written overview that provides as much information on the changing relationship between conflict and society as it does on battle itself. Although not suitable as an introduction to any specific conflict, this book will be of interest to anyone who wants to broaden their understanding of war, either as an overall subject or in relation to one event in particular. For the full review, click below.

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