The first documented, systematic study of guerrilla warfare, this 1937 text remains the definitive guide. Based on Mao's own experiences and his interpretations of the classic strategies of Sun-tzu, it concisely explains why guerrilla activities should be integrated into conventional military activities and discusses the organization and operation of guerrilla units. Unabridged republication of the New York, 1961 edition.
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Terrorism: From Robespierre to the Weather Underground by Albert Parry From the genesis of the Great Terror to Stalin, Hitler, and Mao, to the Symbionese Liberation Army, this carefully researched study remains an unsurpassed work on a timely topic. 30 black-and-white illustrations.
Reflections on Violence by Georges Sorel, T. E. Hulme, J. Roth, Edward A. Shils A noted revolutionary voices his belief in class warfare as a means of effecting lasting social change. His searching inquiry extends to the functions of violence, the sources of political power, and more.
The Art of War by Antoine-Henri Jomini, G. H. Mendell, W. P. Craighill Jomini's firsthand reports of the Napoleonic Wars are the most authoritative accounts available. In both historic and practical terms, his landmark work remains the definitive guide to strategy and tactics.
The Fifteen Decisive Battles of the World: From Marathon to Waterloo by Edward Shepherd Creasy Ranging from Marathon to Waterloo, this 1851 classic of military history chronicles the battles that changed the course of history, with gripping, authoritative analyses of key events.
Victory in Europe, 1945: The Last Offensive of World War II by Charles B. MacDonald Illustrated and accessible, this report by an eminent army historian recounts the crossing of the Rhine, the liberation of the concentration camps, the battle for Berlin, and other landmark events.
Seven Firefights in Vietnam by John A. Cash, John Albright, Allan W. Sandstrum Based on official army records, these eyewitness accounts offer a brief history of the Vietnam conflict from 1965 to 1968, conveying the heroism and horror of warfare.
American Strategy in Vietnam: A Critical Analysis by Col. Harry G Summers, Jr. A politico-military assessment of the Vietnam War analyzing the U.S. Army's strategic and tactical ideologies. Particularly relevant today, it stresses the futility of any military action without the full support of the people.
Soldiers and Warriors: An Illustrated History by Jack Coggins This crackling survey of military might from ancient Egypt to the modern era spotlights frontline foot soldiers and their weapons, uniforms, tactics, and training. 250 black-and-white illustrations.
With Napoleon in Russia by Gen. Armand de Caulaincourt, Jean Hanoteau, George Libaire Comprehensive picture of the supreme crisis of Napoleon's career, with graphic accounts of French army's advance into Russia, occupation of Moscow, and the horrors of retreat. 5 illustrations. 1 map.
Tunnelling to Freedom and Other Escape Narratives from World War I by Hugh Durnford These 17 remarkable real-life stories are recounted by prisoners of war who used their wits to win their freedom. Their tales of remarkable resourcefulness and ingenuity combine the gritty realities of fact.
The Revolution Betrayed by Leon Trotsky, Max Eastman One of Marxism's most important texts, this 1936 polemic explores the fate of the Russian Revolution after Lenin's death. A brilliant and profound evaluation of Stalinism, it prophesies the inevitable collapse of the Soviet Union.
Principles of War by Carl von Clausewitz The most cited, most controversial, and most modern book on warfare. The author examines moral and psychological aspects of war: courage, audacity, self-sacrifice, the importance of morale and public opinion, more.
The Battles that Changed History by Fletcher Pratt Historian profiles 16 crucial conflicts, ancient to modern, that changed the course of Western civilization. Gripping accounts of battles led by Alexander the Great, Joan of Arc, Ulysses S. Grant, other commanders. 27 maps.
A Short History of the Civil War: Ordeal by Fire by Fletcher Pratt Best one-volume history brings the events, figures, and battles of monumental conflict vividly to life. Absorbing details of military campaigns, battlefield strategies, and personalities revealed in an audacious style.
The Confederate Reader: How the South Saw the War by Richard B. Harwell Carefully chosen and annotated selection of contemporary battle reports, general orders, letters, articles, sermons, songs, travel observations, much more. Wonderful self-portrait of the Confederacy. Illustrated.
