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  • How to build a house: an architectural novelette

    by Eugène-Emmanuel Viollet-le-Duc ...
    Translated by Benjamin Bucknall ...
    Who is happier than the young student from the Lyceum when he comes home for the summer vacation, bringing with him proofs of a well-spent year? Everything smiles upon him. The sky is serene, the country wears its loveliest dress, and the fruit is ripe.Everyone congratulates him on his success, and predicts for him, after his six weeks’ repose, an energetic recommencement of congenial labour, ... Read more

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  • Annals of a Fortress

    by Eugène-Emmanuel Viollet-le-Duc ...
    Translated by Benjamin Bucknall ...
    In "Annals of a Fortress," Eugène-Emmanuel Viollet-le-Duc deftly intertwines architectural critique with historical narrative, exploring the evolution of medieval fortifications in France. The book is imbued with a meticulous attention to detail, reflecting Viollet-le-Duc's expertise in Gothic architecture and his innovative style that blends vivid imagery with informative commentary. Set against ... Read more

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  • Annals of a Fortress

    Enriched edition. Exploring the Evolution of Fortress Design and Military Strategy in Historical Architecture

    by Eugène-Emmanuel Viollet-le-Duc, Victor Ball ...
    Translated by Benjamin Bucknall ...
    In "Annals of a Fortress," Eugène-Emmanuel Viollet-le-Duc intricately weaves a historical and architectural narrative that explores the evolution of fortifications in medieval Europe. Through a fusion of meticulous research and vivid descriptions, Viollet-le-Duc transports readers to the heart of the architectural discourse of his time, emphasizing the harmony between functionality and ... Read more

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  • Annals of a Fortress

    Twenty-two Centuries of Siege Warfare

    by Eugene-Emmanuel Viollet-le-Duc ...
    Translated by Benjamin Bucknall ...
    Series series Dover Military History, Weapons, Armor
    Combining the excitement of a novel with the authenticity of a historical document, this gripping book chronicles a castle's rise from obscurity to international attention during the nineteenth century. It profiles a fictional fortress, La Roche-Pont, for an unusual survey of the evolving art of siege warfare—from Gallic tribes attempting to hold off the might of the Roman empire through medieval ... Read more

    $14.99 USD

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  • The Conquest of Gaul

    by Julius Caesar ...
    Translated by Jane Gardner, S. A. Handford ...
    Between 58 and 50BC Caesar conquered most of the area now covered by France, Belgium and Switzerland, and twice invaded Britain. This is the record of his campaigns.Caesar's narrative offers insights into his military strategy & paints a fascinating picture of his encounters with the inhabitant of Gaul and Britain, as well as offering lively portraits of a number of key characters such as the ... Read more

    $11.39 USD

  • Caesar

    A History of the Art of War Among the Romans Down to the End of the Roman Empire, With a Detailed Account of the Campaigns of Caius Julius Caesar

    by Theodore Ayrault Dodge ...
    At the time of his death, Julius Caesar was the most powerful man on earth. Beginning with the Gallic Wars, he had fought a series of epic campaigns, culminating in the brutal civil war that brought the Roman Republic to an end and gave birth to the new Roman Empire. His battles ranged over much of the known world, from Spain, Gaul and Italy, to Greece, Asia Minor, and Egypt. Caesar's own ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • Hannibal

    by Livy ...
    Series series Penguin Little Black Classics
    'We have nothing left in the world but what we can win with our swords.'The remarkable account of Hannibal crossing the Alps with his elephants and winning the Battle of the Trebbia.One of 46 new books in the bestselling Little Black Classics series, to celebrate the first ever Penguin Classic in 1946. Each book gives readers a taste of the Classics' huge range and diversity, with works from ... Read more

    $1.33 USD

  • Roots of Strategy

    The 5 Greatest Military Classics of All Time Complete in One Volume

    by Thomas R Philips ...
    Five classics of military strategy in one volume, spanning from ancient empires to the early nineteenth century.This collection compiles the writings of some of the world's most renowned generals and strategists, offering both a journey through more than two millennia of military history and a grounding in the timeless principles of waging war. Included are:The Art of War by Sun TzuThe Military ... Read more

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  • The Gallic Wars

    by Julius Caesar ...
    Originally composed for propaganda purposes, Julius Caesar’s war diary is one of the earliest examples of a military science manual, detailing arms technology, tactical maneuvers, battlefield politics, espionage, intelligence and even the role played by luck in ground and sea campaigns. ... Read more

    $9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Art of War in the Middle Ages (378-1515)

    Enriched edition. Military History of Medieval Europe from 4th to 16th Century

    by Charles Oman, Colby Warren ...
    In 'The Art of War in the Middle Ages (378-1515),' Charles Oman provides a detailed and scholarly analysis of military strategies and tactics employed during the medieval period. Written in a clear and engaging style, Oman's book explores the evolution of warfare from the late Roman Empire through the end of the Middle Ages, drawing on a wealth of historical sources and firsthand accounts. His ... Read more

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  • Legionary: The Roman Soldier's (Unofficial) Manual

    The Roman Soldier's (Unofficial) Manual

    by Philip Matyszak ...
    An insider's guide: how to join the Roman legions, wield a gladius, storm cities, and conquer the worldYour emperor needs you for the Roman army! The year is AD 100 and Rome stands supreme and unconquerable from the desert sands of Mesopotamia to the misty highlands of Caledonia. Yet the might of Rome rests completely on the armored shoulders of the legionaries who hold back the barbarian hordes ... Read more

    $13.99 USD

  • From Marathon to Waterloo

    by Edward Shepherd Creasy ...
    A fascinating look at some of the most important battles that have shaped the course of history: including Marathon, Hastings, the Spanish Armada, Saratoga and more. ... Read more

    $1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus