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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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Michael Howard (1922–2019) was a leading British military historian who held professorships at the University of Oxford and Yale University. His many books included The Franco-Prussian War and War in European History. Peter Paret (1924–2020) was professor emeritus at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton. His many books include Clausewitz in His Time, The Cognitive Challenge of War (Princeton), and Clausewitz and the State (Princeton). He received the Pritzker Literary Award for lifetime achievement in military writing. Bernard Brodie (1910–1978), who wrote widely on military and nuclear strategy, was professor of political science at the University of California, Los Angeles.
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ON WAR: VON CLAUSEWITZ, CARL; HOWARD, MICHAEL C. (EDITOR) ; PARET, PETER (EDITOR) ; ; HOWARD, MICHAEL C. (TRANSLATOR) ; PARET, PETER (TRANSLATOR)
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Softcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Second Edition; First Printing. 1984. Soft cover-wrappers, second edition, Indexed Edition. 1st thus Edition, no later printing stated on cp. Classic translation of one of the most significant books on military strategy. Uncommon book. Tight and clean, free of former owner writing or bookplates. Trace of shelf wear to edges else fine. ** (This book is in our possession. We ship most books six days a week and will confirm with tracking number for domestic orders or customs number for non domestic) **; 8vo; 732 pages. Seller Inventory # 19044
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On War (Indexed Edition)
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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. 2nd Edition, Revised & Corrected. CLASSIC: INDISPENSABLE: NEAR FINE to FINE Second "Indexed" Edition hardcover (Orig. 1976, Index Copyright--w/ Corrections & Index--1984) Eleventh Printing, INSCRIBED "with best wishes" by Peter Paret, AS-NEW unpriced mylar-protected jacket w/ sharp AS-NEW edges & corners, EXCELLENT unmarked smooth-cut text-block exterior, AS-NEW library-durable gray linen-over-boards cover w/ sharp AS-NEW edges & corners & w/ titles gold-stamped on black title-panel on spine, AS-NEW perfect binding w/ tight signatures, EXCELLENT unmarked cream-white laid-card-stock end-papers, PRISTINE interior printed w/ handsome clarity on SUPERB silk-finish unblemished archival paper MARRED Only w/ a few lines underlined in thin-nib ballpoint on one or two pages * 6.24" x 9.50" x 1.88", 1.24 kg, xii+732 (744) pp * ABOUT THE BOOK: "On War" is the most significant attempt in Western history to understand war, both in its internal dynamics & as an instrument of policy. Since the work's first appearance in 1832, it has been read throughout the world & has stimulated generations of soldiers, statesmen & intellectuals. * HIGHEST PRAISE: "This new translation of Clauswitz's famous unfinished work is all that an English-language reader could ask. This surely is THE edition in English of "On War" for our time & for some time to come." -John C. Cairns, International Journal "Now that we have the new publication from Princeton, translated w/ elegant clarity by Michael Howard & Peter Paret, all excuses for not reading Clausewitz are removed." -Edward N. Luttwak, New Republic * ABOUT THE TRANSLATORS: Michael Howard was Regius Professor of Modern History at Oxford University. Peter Paret was Raymond E, Spruance Professor of International History at Stanford University. Bernard Brodie was Professor of Political Science at the University of California. * SHIPPING: MNEMOSYNE carefully wraps, labels & custom-packages this fine book for FREE domestic shipment via USPS MEDIA MAIL or USPS PRIORITY MAIL for a below-cost additional fee & via USPS FIRST CLASS INTERNATIONAL AIRMAIL to international destinations at our posted rates. Inscribed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # 010849
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Hardback. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good, Foxing. 8th Printing w/corrections and index (1984). VERY GOOD in a good Mylar protected dust jacket in Mylar protection. DJ has light wear and foxing. Foxing also on text block edges and end papers. No marks in text. Binding is tight and square. xii, 732 pages ; 25 cm. . . . . . . . *Carl von Clausewitz's On War* has been called, *not simply the greatest, but the only truly great book on war.* It is an extraordinary attempt to construct an all-embracing theory of how war works. Its coherence and ambition are unmatched by other military literature. On War is full of sharp observation, biting irony, and memorable phrases, the most famous being, *war is a continuation of politics by other means.* -- Publisher. Seller Inventory # 2508200007
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