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Zustand: New.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. First Edition. First edition. Very good. Rubbed along spine ends and corners. Cover faded. Pages yellowed.

Hard Cover. Zustand: Good Plus. First Edition. Covers soiled. Name in ink on front pastedown.

Zustand: New.

Zustand: New.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Xenophon Soldier of Fortune' presents a vivid historical account of one of the most remarkable figures of classical antiquity. As a student of Socrates, a courageous military leader, and a prolific historian, Xenophon's life spanned a transformative era in Greek history. This work focuses on his transition from a philosophical thinker to a seasoned mercenary, most notably during the famed expedition of the Ten Thousand. Following the death of Cyrus the Younger, Xenophon emerged as a pivotal leader, guiding thousands of Greek soldiers through hostile territories and treacherous landscapes in their desperate retreat from the heart of the Persian Empire.L.V. Jacks explores the dual nature of Xenophon's legacy, capturing both his tactical brilliance on the battlefield and his enduring contributions to literature and philosophy. Through a narrative that balances rigorous historical detail with the adventurous spirit of the age, the book illustrates how Xenophon's experiences shaped his writings on ethics, leadership, and the art of war. 'Xenophon Soldier of Fortune' is an essential read for those interested in ancient Greek warfare, the complexities of leadership under pressure, and the enduring influence of a man who was as comfortable with a sword as he was with a pen.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. First edition. Upper corners bumped, otherwise fine in a very good plus dustwrapper with light wear and some edge chipping.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Xenophon Soldier of Fortune' presents a vivid historical account of one of the most remarkable figures of classical antiquity. As a student of Socrates, a courageous military leader, and a prolific historian, Xenophon's life spanned a transformative era in Greek history. This work focuses on his transition from a philosophical thinker to a seasoned mercenary, most notably during the famed expedition of the Ten Thousand. Following the death of Cyrus the Younger, Xenophon emerged as a pivotal leader, guiding thousands of Greek soldiers through hostile territories and treacherous landscapes in their desperate retreat from the heart of the Persian Empire.L.V. Jacks explores the dual nature of Xenophon's legacy, capturing both his tactical brilliance on the battlefield and his enduring contributions to literature and philosophy. Through a narrative that balances rigorous historical detail with the adventurous spirit of the age, the book illustrates how Xenophon's experiences shaped his writings on ethics, leadership, and the art of war. 'Xenophon Soldier of Fortune' is an essential read for those interested in ancient Greek warfare, the complexities of leadership under pressure, and the enduring influence of a man who was as comfortable with a sword as he was with a pen.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Couverture souple. Zustand: bon. RO40240490: 1922. In-8. Broché. Bon état, Couv. légèrement passée, Dos satisfaisant, Intérieur frais. 123 pages. Etiquette de code sur le dos. Tampons de bibliothèque sur le 1er plat et en page de titre. Dos muet. . . . Classification Dewey : 420-Langue anglaise. Anglo-saxon. …

7.5 x 5.25, cloth, 303 pp, bookplate, small dent in back cover foredge else a fresh copy in fresh, slightly edge frayed dw with short tear. FIRST ED. Scarce novel esp in dw.

Zustand: Very Good. Very Good -. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1928. First Edition. Octavo. 303 pp. Illustrated dust jacket. Black boards stamped in red. Dust jacket heavily chipped along edges and folds with loss to top of spine and top edge of rear panel. Boards shelfworn and bumped with general scuffing and tear to fore-edge of rear board. Binding sound. Ownership inscription and bookseller ticket to rear pastedown; interior else unmarked. A Good to Very Good copy. Uncommon memoir of the WWI experiences of a soldier in the 119th Field Artillery.…