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On War

On War

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Publisher's Synopsis

The most authoritative and feature-rich edition of On War in English

Carl von Clausewitz's On War is the most significant attempt in Western history to understand war, both in its internal dynamics and as an instrument of policy. Since the work's first appearance in 1832, it has been read throughout the world, and has stimulated generations of soldiers, political leaders, and intellectuals. First published in 1976 and revised in 1984, Michael Howard and Peter Paret's Princeton edition of Clausewitz's classic work has itself achieved classic status and is widely regarded as the best translation and standard edition of On War in English. This feature-rich edition includes an essay by Paret on the genesis of Clausewitz's book, an essay by Howard on Clausewitz's influence, and an essay by Bernard Brodie on the continuing relevance of On War. In addition, Brodie provides a lengthy and detailed commentary on and guide to reading On War, and the edition also includes a comprehensive index.

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Book information

ISBN: 9780691018546
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Imprint: Princeton University Press
Pub date:
Edition: Indexed edition
DEWEY: 355.02
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 752
Weight: 1094g
Height: 233mm
Width: 156mm
Spine width: 39mm