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Makers of Modern Strategy: From Machiavelli to the Nuclear Age

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by Peter Paret

Peter Paret's Makers of Modern Strategy: From Machiavelli to the Nuclear Age is a comprehensive history of the development of military strategy from ancient times to the nuclear age. The book is divided into four parts, each of which covers a different period in the history of warfare.

Makers of Modern Strategy from Machiavelli to the Nuclear Age (Princeton Paperbacks)

by Peter Paret

4.5 out of 5

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Part One: Ancient and Medieval Strategy

The first part of the book covers ancient and medieval strategy. Paret argues that the Greeks were the first to develop a systematic approach to warfare, and that their ideas about strategy were later adopted by the Romans. The Romans, in turn, passed on their military knowledge to the Byzantines, who preserved it during the Middle Ages.

Ancient And Medieval Strategy Makers Of Modern Strategy From Machiavelli To The Nuclear Age (Princeton Paperbacks)

Part Two: The Renaissance and the Early Modern Period

The second part of the book covers the Renaissance and the early modern period. Paret argues that the Renaissance saw a revival of interest in classical military thought, and that this led to a number of new developments in strategy. The most important of these developments was the rise of the standing army, which allowed for more effective and sustained warfare.

Renaissance And Early Modern Strategy Makers Of Modern Strategy From Machiavelli To The Nuclear Age (Princeton Paperbacks) — Image of Renaissance and early modern soldiers.

Part Three: The Enlightenment and the Napoleonic Wars

The third part of the book covers the Enlightenment and the Napoleonic Wars. Paret argues that the Enlightenment led to a new emphasis on reason and science in warfare, and that this led to a number of new developments in strategy. The most important of these developments was the rise of the professional officer corps, which led to a more effective and efficient military.

Enlightenment And Napoleonic Wars Strategy Makers Of Modern Strategy From Machiavelli To The Nuclear Age (Princeton Paperbacks)

Part Four: The Industrial Revolution and the Nuclear Age

The fourth part of the book covers the Industrial Revolution and the nuclear age. Paret argues that the Industrial Revolution led to a number of new developments in weaponry and technology, and that this led to a number of new developments in strategy. The most important of these developments was the rise of mass armies, which led to a more destructive and industrialized form of warfare.

Industrial Revolution And Nuclear Age Strategy Makers Of Modern Strategy From Machiavelli To The Nuclear Age (Princeton Paperbacks) — Image of Industrial Revolution and nuclear age soldiers.

Makers of Modern Strategy is a comprehensive and authoritative history of the development of military strategy. The book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of warfare or in the study of military strategy.

Makers of Modern Strategy from Machiavelli to the Nuclear Age (Princeton Paperbacks)

by Peter Paret

4.5 out of 5