Polyäns Kriegslisten - Couverture souple

(Macedo), Polyaenus

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 102472770X ISBN 13 : 9781024727708

Editeur : Hutson Street Press, 2025

Synopsis

PolyÃ]nus's Stratagems of War, in this second volume, presents a fascinating collection of military anecdotes and tactical insights from the ancient world. Penned by Polyaenus, a Macedonian rhetorician, the work compiles clever ruses, strategies, and exemplary feats of leadership employed by various commanders and soldiers. Offering a unique perspective into the practical application of military cunning, this volume details a wide range of stratagems used in different historical contexts.

From ambushes and feints to psychological ploys and logistical maneuvers, PolyÃ]nus's Kriegslisten provides valuable lessons for military strategists and historians alike. While the accounts are sometimes embellished, they offer invaluable insights into the mindset and methods of warfare in antiquity. This volume is an essential resource for understanding the art of war in the ancient world, revealing the timeless principles of deception, adaptability, and resourcefulness that continue to influence military thinking today.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Hutson Street Press
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 102472770X
• ISBN 13: 9781024727708
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 102
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible