Instructions Generals Frederick Great by Phillips Thomas (7 results)

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The king of Prussia from 1740 to 1786, Frederick the Great ranks among eighteenth-century Europe's most enlightened rulers. In addition to abolishing serfdom in his domains and promoting religious tolerance, he was an ardent patron of the arts and an accomplished musician. Diplomacy without arms, he observed, is like music without instruments. Frederick's expertise at military matters is reflected in his successful defense of his territory during the Seven Years' War, in which he fought all the great powers of Europe. His brilliant theories on strategy, tactics, and discipline are all explained in this vital text.War is not an affair of chance, Frederick asserted, adding that a great deal of knowledge, study, and meditation is necessary to conduct it well. In this book, he presents the fundamentals of warfare, discussing such timeless considerations as leadership qualities, the value of surprise, and ways to conquer an enemy who possesses superior forces. The soundness of his advice was endorsed by Napoleon himself, who once advised, Read and re-read the campaigns of Alexander, Hannibal, Caesar . . . and Frederick. This is the only way to become a great captain and to master the secrets of the art of war.…

Condition: Good. Good condition. No Dust Jacket (Military, strategy).

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1951 printing.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. This old book is clean, solid and in great shape! This is a smaller style hardcover book with 104 pages including some illustrations. The binding is strong with all pages firmly attached. The pages are clean with no soiling, writing, or tears. The copyright page shows 1960 as the published date. This is definitely Not a former library book. The tan and red cloth covers are clean with just a hint of edgewear. This old book looks and feels great! We always ship in a sturdy cardboard box.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. hardcover in very Good condition, dustjacket in very good condition. Signature of prior owner on inside cover, text and diagrams clean and bright. 104 pages.

First Edition. Very good cloth copy in a good if somewhat edge-nicked and dust-dulled dust-wrapper. Remains quite well-preserved overall. 1 Kg.

First Edition. Very good cloth copy in a good if somewhat edge-nicked and dust-dulled dust-wrapper. Remains quite well-preserved overall. 1 Kg.