"If the mind is to emerge unscathed from this relentless struggle with the unforeseen, two qualities are indispensable: first, an intellect that, even in the darkest hour, retains some glimmerings of the inner light which leads to truth; and second, the courage to follow this faint light wherever it may lead." ― Carl von Clausewitz, On War On War is written between the years 1816 and 1830 by a Prussian general and military theorist named Carl von Clausewitz, who stressed the "moral" and political aspects of war. The book is mainly about Carl von Clausewitz's definition of war and theories on military strategy and is deemed to be his most notable work. Clausewitz analyzed the conflicts of his time along the line of the categories' Purpose, Goal, and Means. He reasoned that the Purpose of war is imposing one's will and is for the most part determined by politics. The Goal is set and attained with various Means. These Means may be by defeat or eliminating opposing troops or by non-military methods; propaganda, economic sanctions, and political isolation, to name some. According to a researcher and author on military history, military strategy, and war and peace in general named Azar Gat some of the key ideas discussed in On War include are as follows: How wars are a mere continuation of politics by other means, basically saying that war is a political instrument. The two broad types of military objectives in a war that supports one's political objectives: a) limited war and b) war to "render the enemy helpless" How all else being equal, the course of the war will tend to favor the party with the stronger emotional and political motivations, especially the defender. Ready to learn the ways of war? This book will surely help! Get your copy now and enjoy this amazing book!