How Great Generals Win

How Great Generals Win by Bevin Alexander. Published by W W Norton & Co Inc, NY, 1993. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardbound w/Paper DJ. Size 8vo. Condition: Fine in Good DJ. ISBN 039303531X. LCCN 92-40518. The author analyzes the mindset that distinguishes a truly great commander from a merely good one: unpredictability, vision, charisma, and an ability to play on the opponent's mind. ''All warfare is based on deception.'' wrote Sun Tzu, the celebrated Chinese strategist, in 400 BC. This book shows us how leaders of different eras have interpreted this advice, and why it still holds true today. 320 Pgs. Description text copyright 2005 www.BooksForComfort.com. Item ID 9064.