Author: Kenneth MackseyPublisher: Penguin Books
ISBN: 9780140513011
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
The Penguin Encyclopedia of Modern Warfare
Author: Kenneth MackseyPublisher: Penguin Books
ISBN: 9780140513011
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
The Encyclopedia of Modern War
Author: Roger ParkinsonPublisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 9780812818987
Category : Military art and science
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
Encyclopedia of modern war
Author: Roger ParkinsonEncyclopedia of Modern War
Author: OutletThe Encyclopedia of Modern Military Aircraft
Author: Paul E. EdenPublisher:
ISBN: 9781845090142
Category : Aeronautics, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
Early Modern Wars 1500–1775
Author: Professor Dennis ShowalterPublisher: Amber Books Ltd
ISBN: 1782741216
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
The Early Modern Wars 1500–1775 – the third volume in the Encyclopedia of Warfare Series – includes the wars of the Ottoman Empire, the Thirty Years’ War (1618–1648) that decimated much of central Europe and the Seven Years’ War and many more.
The Encyclopedia of War, 5 Volume Set
Author: Gordon MartelPublisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 140519037X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 2973
Book Description
This ground-breaking 5-volume reference is a comprehensive print and electronic resource covering the history of warfare from ancient times to the present day, across the entire globe. Arranged in A-Z format, the Encyclopedia provides an overview of the most important events, people, and terms associated with warfare - from the Punic Wars to the Mongol conquest of China, and the War on Terror; from the Ottoman Sultan, Suleiman ‘the Magnificent’, to the Soviet Military Commander, Georgi Konstantinovich Zhukov; and from the crossbow to chemical warfare. Individual entries range from 1,000 to 6,000 words with the longer, essay-style contributions giving a detailed analysis of key developments and ideas. Drawing on an experienced and internationally diverse editorial board, the Encyclopedia is the first to offer readers at all levels an extensive reference work based on the best and most recent scholarly research. The online platform further provides interactive cross-referencing links and powerful searching and browsing capabilities within the work and across Wiley-Blackwell’s comprehensive online reference collection. Learn more at www.encyclopediaofwar.com. Selected by Choice as a 2013 Outstanding Academic Title Recipient of a 2012 PROSE Award honorable mention
Hitler's Luftwaffe
Author: Tony WoodPublisher:
ISBN: 9780517224779
Category : Aeronautics, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
This is a pictorial history and technical encyclopedia of Hitler's air power in W W 11.
The SAGE Encyclopedia of War: Social Science Perspectives
Author: Paul JosephPublisher: SAGE Publications
ISBN: 1483359905
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 4933
Book Description
Traditional explorations of war look through the lens of history and military science, focusing on big events, big battles, and big generals. By contrast, The SAGE Encyclopedia of War: Social Science Perspective views war through the lens of the social sciences, looking at the causes, processes and effects of war and drawing from a vast group of fields such as communication and mass media, economics, political science and law, psychology and sociology. Key features include: More than 650 entries organized in an A-to-Z format, authored and signed by key academics in the field Entries conclude with cross-references and further readings, aiding the researcher further in their research journeys An alternative Reader’s Guide table of contents groups articles by disciplinary areas and by broad themes A helpful Resource Guide directing researchers to classic books, journals and electronic resources for more in-depth study This important and distinctive work will be a key reference for all researchers in the fields of political science, international relations and sociology.
Japan at War
Author: Louis G. PerezPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 928
Book Description
This compelling reference focuses on the events, individuals, organizations, and ideas that shaped Japanese warfare from early times to the present day. Japan's military prowess is legendary. From the early samurai code of morals to the 20th-century battles in the Pacific theater, this island nation has a long history of duty, honor, and valor in warfare. This fascinating reference explores the relationship between military values and Japanese society, and traces the evolution of war in this country from 700 CE to modern times. In Japan at War: An Encyclopedia, author Louis G. Perez examines the people and ideas that led Japan into or out of war, analyzes the outcomes of battles, and presents theoretical alternatives to the strategic choices made during the conflicts. The book contains contributions from scholars in a wide range of disciplines, including history, political science, anthropology, sociology, language, literature, poetry, and psychology; and the content features internal rebellions and revolutions as well as wars with other countries and kingdoms. Entries are listed alphabetically and extensively cross-referenced to help readers quickly locate topics of interest.