Britain at Bay (eBook)

Enriched edition. Insights into Britain's Military Strategies and Challenges

Spenser Wilkinson (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
179 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766461693-7 (EAN)

Infos

In "Britain at Bay," Spenser Wilkinson delivers a compelling narrative that grapples with the complexities of national identity and defense in a rapidly changing geopolitical landscape. Written in the context of the early 20th century, Wilkinson employs a blend of historical analysis and prescriptive commentary, articulating the challenges faced by Britain as a global power. His eloquent prose intertwines vivid historical depictions with strategic insights, forming a rich tapestry that reflects on the implications of war and national security while necessitating a proactive approach to safeguarding the nation's interests. Spenser Wilkinson, an influential military historian and journalist, was deeply rooted in the dynamics of his time, which informed his perspective on the evolving nature of conflict and defense policy. His experiences as a war correspondent and keen observer of political machinations provide invaluable context, allowing him to blend empirical analysis with passionate advocacy. As a prominent figure in military literature, Wilkinson's insights were shaped by the tumultuous landscape of the early 20th-century, marked by the nascent threats posed by emerging global powers. This book is indispensable for anyone seeking to understand the foundations of British military strategy and the intricate relationship between national security and identity. Wilkinson's thought-provoking arguments resonate not only with military historians but also with contemporary readers invested in the fields of international relations and defense studies. "Britain at Bay" not only serves as a historic account but also as a cautionary tale, urging readers to reflect on the complexities of maintaining national sovereignty in an interconnected world.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 29.11.2019
• Einführung: Maxwell Burton
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Maxwell Burton
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► 20. Jahrhundert bis 1945
• Schlagworte: 19th century warfare • Armies • british authors • British Literature • British military strategy • British politics • defense challenges • Defense literature • defenses • Distribution • Foreign Relations • Geopolitical analysis • Great Britain • historical conflict study • Historical military narrative • historical non-fiction • History of britain • military history • Military history insights • military situation • Military Strategy • military tactics overview • national security • organization • political science resource • Spenser Wilkinson essays • War Literature