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This copy is in fair condition. Staining and wear present to the boards. Inscription of a artillery captain present on the half title page. Internally in good order. No publication date stated.

Unread book in perfect condition.

Unread book in perfect condition.

With his social and political thoughts. 9.5" x 6", rose cloth hardcover, gilt decoration, borders and titles to upper board, black title to spine, pp [i - vii] viii - xxiv, [1] 2 - 187, very good condition, minor stains to f.e.p.s. 1899 first edition.

nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - The dictionary defines the word 'maxim' as a short, pithy statement expressing a general truth or rule of conduct. Napoleon is widely regarded as one of the greatest military commanders of all time, and his military feats are well recorded, but his mastery of speech and propaganda are just as important. These collected maxims provide a valuable insight into the Napoleonic art of war. Here is the essence of Napoleon's knowledge and wisdom and the fruit of his practical experience.Contents: Principles of War. War Method. War of Marches and Counter Marches. War of Offensive and Defensive. War of Moral. Plan of Campaign. Line of Operations. Frontiers. Organisation of an Army. Marches of an Army. Flank. Army Corps on Marches. Command. General-in-Chief. General-in-Chief on Land and Sea. General-in-Chief of Van and Rear. General-in-Chief of Cavalry. General-in-Chief of Artillery. General-in-Chief of Engineers. Chief of the Staff. Vanguard. Crossing Rivers. Tetes-de-Pont. Camps. Tents and Bivouacs. Cantonments. Field Fortifications. Line of Defence. Retreats. Strong Places. Sieges. Lines of Circumvolution. Defence of Places. Capitulation's on the Battlefield. The Three Arms. Infantry. Cavalry. Artillery. Infantry and Cavalry. Artillery and Infantry. Artillery and Cavalry. Artillery on March and in Position. Prisoners of War. Conquered Provinces. Great Commanders. Troops. Soldiers. Speeches. Praises of the Enemy. A General a Traitor to his Country. Pillage.

Scarlet cloth with gilt lettering & decoration. Owner's name on title page; text clean in firm binding; gilt bright; spine a little faded, with wear at head & foot, & tiny water-stains; small stain on front board. Overall a nice copy

Used-Good. Good hardback. Scarlet cloth with gilt lettering & decoration. Owner's name on title page; text clean in firm binding; gilt bright; spine a little faded, with wear at head & foot, & tiny water-stains; small stain on front board. Overall a nice copy.

8vo, 187pp. A good hardback copy in red cloth boards. Spine is age-darkened , spotting to boards. Ex H.M.S.O. copy with label and stamps.