The Peninsular War saw some of the bloodiest fighting of the Napoleonic conflicts. Over a period of five years it is estimated that half a million soldiers and civilians were killed in this bloodbath - yet its battles are far less well-known than other Napoleonic battles, such as Waterloo. Despite the exposure given to this theatre in the Sharpe novels, the soldiers who fought there have received little public recognition. The bicentennial commemorations of the war, ongoing until 2014, aim to bring the war to wider recognition, bringing the Spanish, Portuguese and British together in remembering the dead, and re-examining the war in a balanced way. This atlas has been put together over the last decade by Nick Lipscombe of the British Army, who is based in Spain and is the chairman for the official organisation in charge of the commemorations. His 30 years of military service have allowed him to bring a unique perspective to this first complete atlas of the war. The mapping is of a very high standard, and he has re-evaluated several battles in collaboration with Spanish authorities and academics, and presents new interpretations of the sources. The 160 maps are accompanied by a text narrating the entire war, making this a must for anyone interested in Napoleonic history.
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'... a prodigious achievement ... I particularly admire the way [Lipscombe gives] such serious treatment to campaigns in which there was no British involvement, and to the relatively minor sieges whose details are usually so obscure. Overall, I do not believe that Lipscombe's effort will ever be surpassed.' --Richard Holmes
This sensational, 384-page hardback book is handsomely presented in a slip-case. Overall this is an important and essential book for anyone interested in Napoleonic history. --Toy Soldier & Model Figure
This sensational, 384-page hardback book is handsomely presented in a slip-case. Overall this is an important and essential book for anyone interested in Napoleonic history. --Toy Soldier & Model Figure
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By Mr. R. Syson
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Esposito and Elting 's excellant Atlas of the Napoleonic Wars covered the Peninsula War in 10 pages. This brillant atlas does the same job in 400 pages ! This atlas is comprehensive and very clear and it is possible to identify the positions of individual regiments in major battles. This is probably the best, clearest and most comprehensive military Atlas I have ever seen. It is also great value for money.
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By Blake N
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I must say that I am extremely impressed with this atlas. It obviously represents the accumulation of many years of work by the author. This is immediately apparent. The book is top quality in every way: both in its presentation and its content.
I don't profess to be an expert on the Peninsular Wars but I know that there has been debate amongst the allies up to the present day regarding the historical record. The author has made a real effort to bridge those gaps and has produced a truly comprehensive work. I have several military atlases on my book shelf: this one is head and shoulders above any of them and can rightly claim to be the only complete atlas on the conflict. I must comment on the clarity of the maps and the quality of the accompanying text. I am also very impressed with the appendices which stand on their own in their contribution to our knowledge of Wellington's forces. This atlas lends itself to both the Napoleonic scholar or the beginner.
I note that one reviewer commented on the colours of the map symbols and considered them to be a problem. I can see the point under some light conditions but in good light I did not find the blue/black to be problematic.
Finally, Richard Holmes commented that this is a work on the subject that may never be surpassed. I have to agree with that: simply excellent.
I don't profess to be an expert on the Peninsular Wars but I know that there has been debate amongst the allies up to the present day regarding the historical record. The author has made a real effort to bridge those gaps and has produced a truly comprehensive work. I have several military atlases on my book shelf: this one is head and shoulders above any of them and can rightly claim to be the only complete atlas on the conflict. I must comment on the clarity of the maps and the quality of the accompanying text. I am also very impressed with the appendices which stand on their own in their contribution to our knowledge of Wellington's forces. This atlas lends itself to both the Napoleonic scholar or the beginner.
I note that one reviewer commented on the colours of the map symbols and considered them to be a problem. I can see the point under some light conditions but in good light I did not find the blue/black to be problematic.
Finally, Richard Holmes commented that this is a work on the subject that may never be surpassed. I have to agree with that: simply excellent.
24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By KP in Nice
Format:Hardcover
Many years ago I studied the Peninsular War for my O level GCE History exam. The associated romantic (for a 16 year old school boy) battle names have stayed in my mind ever since (Badajoz, Lines of Torres Vedras etc.). This book is such a pleasure. It is comprehensive in terms of covering the entire campaign and all the battles - even those - in which the British did not participate! I am not a historian but three aspects of the book appeal to me. First the amount of detail in the mapping is truly astounding with a battle description accompanying each map. The non-partisan nature of the whole book is to be applauded. Finally the presentation of the book is superb. It is presented in a quality slip cover which is both practical but also makes it a book to be treasured.
Not sure the family will be so keen. Now instead of being bored by me nattering on about the name as we drive past Torres Vedras, they will have to visit the Lines as well!
Not sure the family will be so keen. Now instead of being bored by me nattering on about the name as we drive past Torres Vedras, they will have to visit the Lines as well!
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Peninsular War Atlas
Excellent book, Well drawn maps, makes checking out the battles and battlefields relatively easy. Bit big to carry around though.
Published 3 months ago by Neville Crowson
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Fantastic
A really great research book. I have been reading about the Peninsular war for several years and this atlas is very useful. Read more
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A real treasure for any Peninsular War or atlas enthusiast
Nick Lipscombe's "The Peninsular War Atlas" is a marvelous find, both for military enthusiasts seeking to learn more about the Napoleonic War in Portugal and Spain, or for anyone... Read more
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This is an excellent guide to the whole campaign. The detail far surpassed my expectations and the illustrations go way beyond any other source to explain the actionss. Read more
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The Atlas of the Peninsular Wars is a real god send for the discerning scholar of the period. The levels of detail on all the maps is excellent, right down to Battalion level. Read more
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Peniusular War Atlas
What a lot of work has gone into this book and it is invaluable for anyone wanting to follow this long and involved campaign. A real treasure
Published 22 months ago by Bilko
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No dad, you're not taking that book
When my daughter found out why i wanted to go to Almeida i got a sigh. When I showed het the atlas she sighed even louder and "No dad, you're not taking that book!!!!! Read more
Published 22 months ago by Ph Nijman
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A SHOWPIECE IN COVER &CONTENT
THis Reference to The Peninsular War in Maps and Content is probably the most complete that will ever be found. Read more
Published 23 months ago by I. Buchan
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Practically Perfect
This book is a joy. It looks and feels superb, the text is well-written and detailed giving brief accounts of all the campaigns and battles - it serves as a good history book in... Read more
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