 | Revolutionary and Napoleonic wars (History Of Warfare) Author: Sommerville, Donald | |
| Price: $13.37 | ||
Summary:
Examines the wars fought from the latter 1700s through the mid 1800s, describing changes in the make-up of the armies, fighting tactics, and weaponry used.
Reviews:
School Library Journal (04/01/25)
Full Text Reviews:
School Library Journal - 04/01/2025 Gr 7 Up—An introduction gives an overview of the time period for each title, pointing out major areas of conflict, leaders of note, and major innovations. Chapters within each book focus on specific geographic areas or campaigns, or critical changes in warfare such as the rise of professional armies or advances in naval tactics. The text is supported by numerous maps (many showing movements during battles), full-color photos and illustrations, and glossary terms in bold print. Sidebars offer brief biographies of key individuals such as Florence Nightingale or Hannibal, strategies such as Gen. Winfield Scott's Anaconda Plan, or the advent of early gunpowder weapons. An index makes locating specific details convenient. Further reading lists include books and websites. VERDICT A useful purchase to support research and classroom instruction. - Copyright 2025 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.
