Alexander, killer of men : Alexander the Great and the Macedonian art of war by Lonsdale, David J instant download

Alexander, killer of men : Alexander the Great and the Macedonian art of war by Lonsdale, David J instant download

xv, 251 pages : 23 cm, \"[The] aim ... [of this] book was to reconnect modern military strategy with the exploits of Alexander. Specifically ... to understand exactly how he managed to be so successful, for so long, and against such a range of enemies. Through this analysis, we can also further appreciate Alexander's role in the evolution of military practice ... During the campaigns described in this book, the army of Alexander was capable of killing large number of their enemies. Why they were so proficient at this, and how effective it was in achieving Alexander's larger goals, are questions that will be addressed in this book\"--Page xi-xii, Includes bibliographical references (pages 231-234) and index, The development of Greek warfare -- Early tests : rebellions at home and the Battle of the Granicus -- Conquering the coast : bloody sieges and the Battle of Issus -- The Battle of Gaugamela and the fall of the Persian Empire -- Protracted war in the East : counterinsurgency and the Battle of the Hydaspes -- Conclusion : the origins of genius