The Battlefields of England (Penguin Classic Military History S.)

Burne, A H

ISBN 10: 0141390778 / ISBN 13: 9780141390772

Published by Penguin Group (Canada), 2002

A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration. Seller Inventory # GOR007868448

Synopsis:

Alfred H. Burne's guide to English battlefields makes it possible for readers to follow the course of thirty-nine notable battles from 51AD to 1685 as if they were on the battlefields themselves. Burne's informed and intelligent military commentary makes sense of complex and contradictory statements found in the contemporary records of the dramatic battles - such as Bosworth Field, Flodden, Hastings and Naseby - which have done so much to shape the often violent history of England and the British Isles. This edition marks the first publication of Burne's magisterial work with the battles arranged in chronological order.

About the Author: Alfred H Burne was described by Sir Arthur Bryant as 'one of the most distinguished living authorities on the history of land warfare and one of its finest teachers'. Burne also wrote THE HUNDRED YEARS' WAR which is published in Penguin Classic Military History. The accomplished actor and author of THE LONGBOW, Robert Hardy, provides the Introduction to this edition.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Battlefields of England (Penguin Classic...
Publisher: Penguin Group (Canada)
Publication Date: 2002
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Fair