The Face of Battle by John Keegan
A Study of Agincourt, Waterloo, and the Somme
"The Face of Battle" is a military history book that examines warfare from the perspective of the common soldier. It explores three significant battles in detail - the Battle of Agincourt in 1415, the Battle of Waterloo in 1815, and the Battle of the Somme in 1916. By focusing on the experiences of the individual soldiers, the book provides readers with a unique insight into the reality of war, the strategies employed, the conditions faced by soldiers, the impact of technological advancements on warfare, and the human cost of these historic battles.
The 1750th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1976
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 300-400
- Words
- 104,000
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 4 lists:
- 81st on The Modern Library | 100 Best Nonfiction (The Modern Library)
- The 50 Best Books of the Century (Intercollegiate Studies Institute)
- The Guardian's Essential Library (The Guardian)
- 1,000 Books to Read Before You Die: A Life-Changing List (1,000 Books to Read Before You Die(Book))