“[W]e are hardened to what we know, and we rationalise and even justify cruelties practised by us and our like while retaining the capacity to be outraged, even disgusted by practices equally cruel which, under the hands of strangers, take a different form.”
This book delves into the development of military tactics, weaponry, and the political and social contexts that have shaped warfare from ancient times to the present day. more
John Keegan was a renowned British historian known for his profound insights and extensive research into military history. His works covered a wide range of historical periods, with particular acclaim for his in-depth analysis of both World Wars. more
“Right, he can kill the dead. What happens when he realizes we're training him to kill the living?”