On War by Carl Von Clausewitz

Vom Kriege

This book is a comprehensive analysis of warfare, written by a Prussian military theorist. It discusses the philosophical aspects of war, such as its political nature and purpose, as well as its practical aspects, such as strategy and tactics. The author argues that war is an extension of politics by other means and that its ultimate objective is to compel the enemy to fulfill our will. He also introduces the concept of "friction" in war, which refers to the unpredictable factors that can affect the outcome of military operations.

The 5389th greatest book of all time


Published
1832
Nationality
German
Type
Nonfiction
Pages
Unknown
Words
200,000
Original Language
German
Alternate Titles
None

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