“You say glory, necessity, pride; I say barbarity, greed, arrogance. War is a search for glory, for that particular sense of joy and satisfaction that comes from staking one's life on the outcome of a gamble. The search for a cheap thrill, with a cost too dear for Midas, and on a pretext that, more or less, amounts to 'My neighbour has a thing. I want it.”
Quote by Laura M. Hughes
Book:Art of War
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Art of War
This seminal work explores the principles of warfare, leadership, and statecraft, offering timeless insights into conflict and cooperation. It is renowned for its strategic depth and has been influential in various fields beyond military science. more
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