But By the Chance of War

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Pub Date 01 Sep 2012 | Archive Date 01 Jul 2013

Description

But by the Chance of War is a unique type of book. The book presents four dramatic stories of war from India’s fight with the Ephthalite Huns, to the Fall of Fort Niagara in the Seven Years War, to the trenches of World War I, and finally to modern-day circumstances and actions in the Middle East. A project that took years to complete, this book examines our impulses toward combat and encourages the reader to contemplate the seemingly inexplicable dynamic toward destruction despite our conscious knowledge of war’s ultimate futility. Each story features characters that come to grips with the implication of technological advances that hasten the scope of casualties as they grapple with the moral questions of individual responsibility, the nature of military leadership, and the impact of the evolution of war on civilizations. As we look at history and how it has shaped us, how will we move forward in an age when technology and weaponry are meant to destroy everything in its path?
But by the Chance of War is a unique type of book. The book presents four dramatic stories of war from India’s fight with the Ephthalite Huns, to the Fall of Fort Niagara in the Seven Years War, to...

Advance Praise

"But By the Chance of War is staggering and impressive, unlike anything of its kind in both scope and artist achievement." --Casee Marie, LiteraryInklings.com

"But By the Chance of War is well worth considering for fans of quality poetry, highly recommended." --John Burroughs, The Midwest Book Review, Burrough's Bookshelf, Issue: November 2012

"Military and general lending libraries alike will find this a fine read." --The Midwest Book Review, California Bookwatch, Military Shelf, Issue: October 2012

"But By the Chance of War is staggering and impressive, unlike anything of its kind in both scope and artist achievement." --Casee Marie, LiteraryInklings.com

"But By the Chance of War is well worth...


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ISBN 9780615532059
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