The Nature of War by John Keegan & Joseph Darracott | Military History Hardcover

The Nature of War: Illustrated Hardcover by John Keegan & Joseph Darracott (1981) This is a profound and visually striking historical volume, "The Nature of War," co-authored by the celebrated military historian John Keegan and art historian Joseph Darracott. The book presents a sweeping, illustrated historical analysis of human conflict, examining how war has been perceived and depicted across various cultures and centuries, from ancient times to the modern era. Published in 1981 by Holt, Rinehart and Winston, this edition features a sturdy hardcover binding and a captivating cover image—a detail from a dramatic historical painting (likely Rubens' Battle of the Amazons), symbolizing the chaos and passion of conflict. Key Details: Title: The Nature of War Authors: John Keegan & Joseph Darracott Publisher: Holt, Rinehart and Winston Year: 1981 (First Edition) Format: Large Hardcover (textbook/oversized study format) with pictorial image insert. Back Cover Quote: Features a quote from Baron de Jomini's The Art of War, 1862. Approx. Dimensions: Approximately 11.25 inches high by 8.75 inches wide. Condition Notes: Very Good Used Condition.