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On War is perhaps the greatest book ever written about war. Carl von Clausewitz, a Prussian soldier, had witnessed at first hand the immense destructive power of the French Revolutionary armies which swept across Europe between 1792 and 1815. His response was to write a comprehensive text covering every aspect of warfare. On War is both a philosophical and practical work in which Clausewitz defines the essential nature of war, debates the qualities of the great commander, assesses the relative strengths of defensive and offensive warfare, and - in highly controversial passages - considers the relationship between war and politics. His arguments are illustrated with vivid examples drawn from the campaigns of Frederick the Great and Napoleon Bonaparte. For the student of society as well as the military historian, On War remains a compelling and indispensable source.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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this was a tough read at times as the author often writes in a very dry scientific way that unless you grasp every word he says you can be left at the end of page wonder what the hell he was on about. but most other times you will find yourself slightly nodding at his theories and assessments. On War is a classic work that as been widely read all through the years after its publication and although it was written in a time when warfare was very different to that of today it is still an important read because while the technology and tactics of war may change the basic things of it will always remain such as what it takes to be an effective commander, the importance of logistics and the principles by which all wars are fought. its at times a heavy read but others a joyful one as you lie amazed at the perceptive grasp the author had for the subject and one in which he has examined all areas of from a definition of war to the difference between strategy and tactics so for the officer in training out there or the average armchair general this is a must read.
26 of 33 people found the following review helpful
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An interesting read. The basis for von Clausewitz' arguments are based very much in abstract theory - and they can be pretty heavy going at times. Also this book really only makes sense in its historical context - i.e. in the absence of flight and mobile warfare as options. Although some of the theory can be applied in a modern context, it doesn't always make sense to do so. Nevertheless, its a stimulating read, for those who have a deep military/historical background, and a lot of time on their hands.
Also, the translators/editors point out that the author did not finish his work, and by his own writings, was unhappy with it as it stood.
4 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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I had no choice but give five stars. Reading this book made me realise how close current western philosophy is to Clausewitz military theories. Apparently, one thinks how it shapes today's world and what new theories we can look into to change world's thought process. We still follow old philosophies when it comes to governance.
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