A Précis of Strategy (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Understanding how nations think about war and defense, from why wars start to how armies move and win. This edition distills core ideas about national defense, peace planning, and the role of military force in statecraft.

The text frames war as a political instrument guided by government choices, not just battlefield deeds. It explains that defense includes protecting commerce and interests, and that preparation for war spans military, political, and moral dimensions. You’ll see how rivers, passes, and other obstacles shape campaigns, and why control of strategic points matters for both offense and defense.

• How war fits into national policy and what justifications nations use to go to war.


• Threefold peace strategy: military readiness, alliances, and prudent economic management.


• Geography and obstacles that influence battles, from rivers to mountain passes, and how defenders use them.


• Approaches to pursuit and retreat after victory, including when to press the advance and when to pause.

Ideal for readers of military history and strategy who want a clear, practical view of how wars unfold and how nations plan to deter or engage in conflict.

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