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Warfare In The Seventeenth Century (Cassell'S History Of Warfare)

Warfare In The Seventeenth Century (Cassell'S History Of Warfare)

by JohnChilds (Author)

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    Hardcover 2001

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Part of a unique venture: a twenty-four volume series that will capture the entire history of war and warfare, written by the worlds leading experts. Fully illustrated throughout and incorporating computer generated cartography that brings the sea battles to life.

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Format: Hardcover
 Pages: 224
 Edition: First Edition
 Publisher: W&N
Published: 08 Feb 2001
ISBN 10: 0304352896
ISBN 13: 9780304352890
Book Overview: In the seventeenth century the art of war underwent a very quiet revolution. Although the weapons changed from the pike to the socket bayonet and the uniformed dress appeared on the battlefield, there was no 'birth of the modern army', but rather a gradual evolution of military techniques and the conduct of war. Improvements in the design of fortification, prompted by advances in firearms technology, had subtle but far-reaching effects. Wars became longer, armies became larger. The resulting cost required the princes and rulers of Europe to reform the administrative apparatus in order to better control their resources. Thus, while most armies remained mercenary formations, motivated by economic considerations rather than national allegiance, governments themselves started to become more absolute and more centralised. John Childs, one of the world's foremost historians of the period, charts this fascinating evolution in a concise and authoritative account. Highly illustrated throughout, this is a unique book which gives a true insight in to the world of seventeenth century warfare.

Media Reviews
'In summary here is an excellent book and an essential addition to the collection of anyone with an interest in this period. It is written in a readable style, has detailed information on its subject, and is lavishly illustrated. A 'must have'. JOURNAL OF THE SOCIETY FOR HISTORICAL RESEARCH
Author Bio
Professor of Military History at the University of Leeds, John Childs specialises in military history from the 16th to the 20th centuries. He is a Trustee of the Royal Armouries, an advisor and panellist on battlefields and fortification to English Heritage, and associate editor of the New Dictionary Of National Biography.