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- Condition
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- ISBN-10
- 1250004500
- Book Title
- The Military Quotation Book: More than 1,100 of the Best
- ISBN
- 9781250004505
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
ST. Martin's Press
ISBN-10
1250004500
ISBN-13
9781250004505
eBay Product ID (ePID)
144072873
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
224 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Military Quotation Book : More Than 1,100 of the Best Quotations about War, Leadership, Courage, Victory, and Defeat
Subject
Military Science, Quotations
Publication Year
2013
Features
Revised
Type
Not Available
Subject Area
Technology & Engineering, Reference
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
8.8 Oz
Item Length
7.2 in
Item Width
5.4 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number
3
TitleLeading
The
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
"This powerful collection of quotes from wartime leaders and heroes . . . is sure to inspire. A wonderful reference for anyone giving a speech, it also serves as a testament to courage for veterans and active-duty military personnel." -Barnes Noble "Whether one believes that patriotism is 'the willingness to kill and be killed for trivial reasons,' (Bertrand Russell) or that 'the man who loves other countries as much as his own stands on a level with the man who loves other women as much as he loves his own wife' (Teddy Roosevelt), one will find something provocative." - Publishers Weekly, "This powerful collection of quotes from wartime leaders and heroes . . . is sure to inspire. A wonderful reference for anyone giving a speech, it also serves as a testament to courage for veterans and active-duty military personnel." -Barnes & Noble"Whether one believes that patriotism is 'the willingness to kill and be killed for trivial reasons,' (Bertrand Russell) or that 'the man who loves other countries as much as his own stands on a level with the man who loves other women as much as he loves his own wife' (Teddy Roosevelt), one will find something provocative." - Publishers Weekly, Whether one believes that patriotism is 'the willingness to kill and be killed for trivial reasons,' (Bertrand Russell) or that 'the man who loves other countries as much as his own stands on a level with the man who loves other women as much as he loves his own wife' (Teddy Roosevelt), one will find something provocative., "This powerful collection of quotes from wartime leaders and heroes . . . is sure to inspire. A wonderful reference for anyone giving a speech, it also serves as a testament to courage for veterans and active-duty military personnel." -- Barnes & Noble "Whether one believes that patriotism is 'the willingness to kill and be killed for trivial reasons,' (Bertrand Russell) or that 'the man who loves other countries as much as his own stands on a level with the man who loves other women as much as he loves his own wife' (Teddy Roosevelt), one will find something provocative." -- Publishers Weekly, This powerful collection of quotes from wartime leaders and heroes . . . is sure to inspire. A wonderful reference for anyone giving a speech, it also serves as a testament to courage for veterans and active-duty military personnel., "This powerful collection of quotes from wartime leaders and heroes . . . is sure to inspire. A wonderful reference for anyone giving a speech, it also serves as a testament to courage for veterans and active-duty military personnel." -Barnes Noble"Whether one believes that patriotism is 'the willingness to kill and be killed for trivial reasons,' (Bertrand Russell) or that 'the man who loves other countries as much as his own stands on a level with the man who loves other women as much as he loves his own wife' (Teddy Roosevelt), one will find something provocative." - Publishers Weekly
Dewey Decimal
355
Intended Audience
Trade
Edition Description
Revised edition
Synopsis
Revised and updated to include more than 1,100 quotations, The Military Quotation Book brings together the wisdom of fallen heroes, living politicians, honored statesman, and rebellious writers-quoting official edicts as well as off-the-record remarks. Among the most authoritative-and the most opinionated-are - General Douglas MacArthur: It is fatal to enter any war without the will to win it. - Winston Churchill: Courage is rightly esteemed the first of human qualities. - Joseph Stalin: Everyone imposes his own system as far as his army can reach. - Voltaire: An admiral has to be put to death now and then to encourage the others. - Dwight D. Eisenhower: Nothing is easy in war. - Franklin D. Roosevelt: A nation does not have to be cruel to be tough. With new sections on gays and women in the military, James Charlton has written the essential modern guide to military quotations. Perfect for everyone who loves the military-history buffs, speechmakers, veterans, and anyone in active military service- The Military Quotation Book is a loaded canon of memorable expressions, Revised and updated to include more than 1,100 quotations, The Military Quotation Book brings together the wisdom of fallen heroes, living politicians, honored statesman, and rebellious writers-quoting official edicts as well as off-the-record remarks. Among the most authoritative-and the most opinionated-are - General Douglas MacArthur: "It is fatal to enter any war without the will to win it." - Winston Churchill: "Courage is rightly esteemed the first of human qualities." - Joseph Stalin: "Everyone imposes his own system as far as his army can reach." - Voltaire: "An admiral has to be put to death now and then to encourage the others." - Dwight D. Eisenhower: "Nothing is easy in war." - Franklin D. Roosevelt: "A nation does not have to be cruel to be tough." With new sections on gays and women in the military, James Charlton has written the essential modern guide to military quotations. Perfect for everyone who loves the military-history buffs, speechmakers, veterans, and anyone in active military service- The Military Quotation Book is a loaded canon of memorable expressions
LC Classification Number
U102
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- 8***g (254)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseA smooth and professional transaction throughout. The item was exactly as described, clearly listed, and fairly priced. Communication from the seller was prompt, polite, and helpful, with dispatch confirmed quickly. The parcel was securely packaged and arrived in excellent condition, ahead of the expected delivery date. Care was taken at every stage of the process. I would be happy to buy from this seller again—many thanks for a reliable and well-handled sale.FINLAND AND EUROPE: INTERNATIONAL CRISES IN THE PERIOD OF By Juhani Paasivirta (#335694307643)