Publisher's Synopsis
Lessons of War as Taught by the Great Masters and Others: Selected and Arranged from the Various Operations of War is a book written by France James Soady and published in 1870. The book is a collection of lessons and insights on warfare from various historical figures and military leaders. Soady has carefully selected and arranged these lessons to provide a comprehensive guide to the art of war.The book covers a wide range of topics related to warfare, including strategy, tactics, leadership, and logistics. Soady draws on the experiences of military leaders from different eras and cultures, including Julius Caesar, Napoleon Bonaparte, Sun Tzu, and Alexander the Great. He also includes insights from lesser-known figures, such as the Duke of Wellington's chief engineer, Sir John Burgoyne.The lessons in the book are presented in a clear and concise manner, making them accessible to both military professionals and lay readers. Soady's writing style is engaging and informative, and he provides helpful commentary and analysis to contextualize the lessons.Overall, Lessons of War as Taught by the Great Masters and Others is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of warfare. It provides a unique insight into the minds of some of the greatest military leaders in history and offers practical lessons that can be applied to modern-day conflicts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.