Warfare and defence Books

'Spud Ely tells it like it was, from first-hand experience. No glory, just guts. You can almost smell the dirt and the blood' - The SunSpud Ely's SAS career has pitched him into some of the most deadly, high-octane, violent battles ever fought.Ranging...

At twenty-six, Adam Ballinger had a good degree, a fiancée, and a well-paid job. So what made him risk it all for the gruelling, year-long SAS Selection course, with a better than ninety per cent chance of failing to win the toughest badge in the British...

The legacy of World War II and the division of Eastern and Western Europe produced a radical asymmetry, and a variety of misgivings and misunderstandings, in French and German experiences of the nuclear age. At the same time, however, political actors in...

This timely volume focuses on the period of decolonization and the Cold War as the backdrop to the emergence of new and diverse literary aesthetics that accompanied anti-imperialist commitments and Afro-Asian solidarity. Competing internationalist...

The three most fundamental works on the nature of war are Sun Tzu's "The Art of War," Machiavelli's "The Prince," and Clausewitz's "On War." This collection is the ultimate guide to military strategy for strategic thinkers, generals, and heads of state...

2017 Reprint of 1961 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition software.  In 1937, Mao was in retreat after ten years of battling the Nationalist troops of Chiang Kai-shek.  During this period, he...

The Comprehensive Guide to Combat with Renaissance Polearm WeaponryCenturies ago in Medieval Europe conflicts were often settled by dueling with handheld armaments other than swords. Such staff weaponry also proved useful in battle, and a variety of...

¿Te has preguntado quiénes son los personajes que han causado más estragos o sufrimiento a lo largo de la historia? ¿Te intriga saber qué es lo que los llevó al punto de cometer actos atroces? ¿Qué hay de los retrocesos históricos que han venido de la...

¿Te has preguntado quiénes son los personajes que han causado más estragos o sufrimiento a lo largo de la historia? ¿Te intriga saber qué es lo que los llevó al punto de cometer actos atroces? ¿Qué hay de los retrocesos históricos que han venido de la...

"Anyone who falls into the habit of thinking and expecting the best of his subordinates at all times is, for that reason alone, unsuited to command an army." -Carl von Clausewitz, On War, 1832 On War is Carl von Clausewitz' masterpiece on war and...

"War is not merely a political act, but also a real political instrument, a continuation of political commerce, a carrying out of the same by other means." -Carl von Clausewitz, On War, 1832On War is Carl von Clausewitz' masterpiece on war and military...

"Everything is very simple in War, but the simplest thing is difficult." -Carl von Clausewitz, On War, 1832 On War is Carl von Clausewitz' masterpiece on war and military strategy, which was written between 1816 and 1830 and was published...

"When people ask why I joined the Coast Guard, I respond that I was twenty-two, blond, and fit. In most military services that is guaranteed sexual harassment. Why not join the one with the ocean breeze?"Caroline's journey from enlisted Coast Guard...

Back from 44 - The Sacrifice and Courage of a Few. Nick Bentas, Staff Sergeant US Army Air Force, finds Marauder, trying to return to base, he remembers the different times in his life that led him up to this point. From enlistment to basic training to...

Aerial reconnaissance, an invaluable part of US military warfare for intelligence gathering and support of ground troops, was referred to in its developmental years as overhead espionage. Although overhead espionage is most often associated with the Cold...

The Citizen Soldier in War and Peace is a is a short historical look at the use of firearms in America and throughout the world this book appeals to anybody who believes in the Second Amendment or who is interested in the historical use of firearms. It...

*This book is in the Rapid Communications in Conflict and Security (RCCS) Series (General Editor: Geoffrey R.H. Burn).Deterrence theory helps conceptualize how threats can be used and communicated to influence or alter an adversary's behavior...

A study of how combat in the Mexican War affected the leaders of the American Civil WarA great many commanders in the American Civil War (1861-1865) served in the Mexican War (1846-1848). Civil War Leadership and Mexican War Experience explores the...

War Ends, Love EnduresThe lives and stories of two WWII veterans and their baby boomer children show that love and marriage are able not only to endure but can thrive in shared happiness.Ron and Crystal's anecdotes of humorous and moving childhood...

1941. Hitler’s Blitzkrieg ravages Europe while a neutral America sits on the sidelines. In the shadows of Washington and Berlin, a malevolent Senator and ruthless business tycoon join forces with a cabal of fanatical German patriots...

Although every country seeks out information on other nations, China is the leading threat when it comes to the theft of intellectual assets, including inventions, patents, and R&D secrets. Trade Secret Theft, Industrial Espionage, and the China...

""A Family Flight Over Egypt And Syria"" is a travelogue written by Edward Everett Hale, originally published in 1882. The book chronicles the author's journey through Egypt and Syria with his family, providing detailed descriptions of the various sights...

""A Dissertation On The Course And Probable Termination Of The Niger"" is a historical book written by Rufane Shaw Donkin in 1829. The book is a detailed account of the author's exploration of the Niger River in West Africa. Donkin, who was a British...

Memoirs Of The Naval Worthies Of Queen Elizabeth�������s Reign is a historical book written by John Barrow in 1845. The book is a detailed account of the naval heroes who served during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. It provides a comprehensive overview...

Lives of the Heroes of the American Revolution is a historical book written by John Frost in 1848. The book provides a detailed account of the lives of the most prominent figures who played a significant role in the American Revolutionary War. Frost's...

""Notes on Mexico"" is a historical account of Mexico in the early 19th century, written by Joel Roberts Poinsett. Poinsett was an American diplomat who was sent to Mexico in 1822 to establish diplomatic relations between the two countries. During his...

""Over There With The Australians"" is a first-hand account of World War I written by R. Hugh Knyvett, an Australian soldier who fought on the Western Front. The book details Knyvett's experiences from his enlistment in 1915 to the end of the war in 1918...

""Leaves From My Log"" is a memoir written by Francis W. Bennett, a naval officer who recounts his personal adventures in different parts of the world. The book was originally published in 1869 and offers a unique perspective on life at sea during the...

The Astronomical Register, A Medium Of Communication For Amateur Observers, And All Others Interested In The Science Of Astronomy: V14, Nos. 157 To 168, January To December, 1876 (1877) is a book compiled by J. D. Potter. It is a collection of issues of...

The Breechloader And How To Use It is a book written by William Wellington Greener and published in 1893. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the use of breechloading firearms, including rifles, shotguns, and pistols. It covers topics such as the...

The Reserve Officers' Handbook, written by Samuel James Sutherland and published in 1917, is a comprehensive guidebook for reserve officers in the United States military. The book covers a wide range of topics, including military organization, tactics,...

""On The Trail Of The War"" is a historical account written by Alexander Innes Shand in 1870, chronicling his experiences during the Franco-Prussian War. Shand was a British journalist who traveled extensively throughout France and Germany during the...

""Our Blue Jackets: A Narrative Of Miss Weston�������s Life And Work Among Our Sailors"" is a book written by Sophia Gertrude Wintz and published in 1878. The book tells the story of Miss Weston, a woman who dedicated her life to helping sailors. It...

""Life On Board A Man-Of-War"" is a book written by a British seaman that provides a detailed account of what it was like to live and work on a British warship during the 19th century. The book covers various aspects of life on board, including the daily...

Scottish Yeomanry in South Africa, 1900-1901 is a historical book written by Alexander Stewart Orr. The book is a record of the work and experiences of the Glasgow and Ayrshire companies during the Second Boer War in South Africa. The Scottish Yeomanry...

""Precis of the Wars in Canada, from 1755 to the Treaty of Ghent in 1814: With Military and Political Reflections"" is a historical book written by James Carmichael Smyth and published in 1826. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the wars that...

The British Tariff for 1829-30 is a book that provides a comprehensive list of the duties that were payable on foreign goods imported into Great Britain and Ireland in the year 1829. The book was authored by Robert Ellis and was published in 1829. The...

Leadership And Military Training is a book written by Lincoln Clarke Andrews in 1918. The book focuses on the importance of leadership in military training and how it can be developed. The author discusses the different types of leaders and the qualities...

Military Observation Balloons: Captive And Free is a book written by Emil Joseph Widmer in 1917. The book is a comprehensive guide to military observation balloons, both captive and free. It covers the history of observation balloons, their role in...

The Care Of Troops: For Line Officers is a book written by Frederick Stevens Macy and published in 1917. The book is a comprehensive guide for line officers on how to properly care for their troops during wartime. It covers a wide range of topics,...

""Seven Letters Concerning The Politics Of Switzerland: Pending The Outbreak Of The Civil War In 1847"" is a book written by George Grote and originally published in 1876. The book is a collection of seven letters written by Grote, a British historian...

The British Sniper, A Century of Evolution is a detailed reference to the British Army's involvement in the role of sniping from the earliest days of 1915 to the present. This title provides the history and explains why in the beginning the British Army...

Grey Otter, a half Cherokee man also known as Skeeter Vaughan, the legendary knife and tomahawk thrower; devised a tomahawk fighting system during World War Two. This book provides an overview of his hawk system as well as discusses his background. It...

What arguments have critics of American wars and interventions put forward, and what arguments do they currently employ? Thomas Jefferson, Henry Thoreau, John Calhoun, the Anti-Imperialist League, Herbert Hoover, Charles Lindbergh, Martin Luther King Jr...