“In peace-armies discipline meant the hunt, not of an average but of an absolute; the hundred per cent standard in which the ninety-nine were played down to the level of the weakest man on parade.... The deeper the discipline, the lower was the individual excellence; also the more sure the performance.”
Quote by T. E. Lawrence
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Seven Pillars of Wisdom
This book is a memoir by T.E. Lawrence, detailing his experiences as a British military officer during the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire. It combines historical accounts with philosophical reflections on life, war, and the human condition. more
Author
T. E. Lawrence
Thomas Edward Lawrence (August 16, 1888 – May 19, 1935), known as T. E. Lawrence or Lawrence of Arabia, was a British military officer, archaeologist, and writer. He gained fame for his role in leading the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire during World War I. Born in Wales and educated at Oxford University, he initially worked on archaeological excavations in the Middle East. During the war, he served as a British liaison officer, employing guerrilla tactics to capture Aqaba and Damascus. After the war, he advocated for Arab independence at the Paris Peace Conference but failed. He later enlisted in the Royal Air Force under pseudonyms. His memoir, Seven Pillars of Wisdom, became a classic. Lawrence's life inspired numerous films and books, cementing his legacy as a legendary figure. more
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