War and Existence: A Philosophical Inquiry

by Michael Gelven

Book Overview

War is a multifaceted and complex phenomenon that cannot be understood merely by isolating its underlying principles. The elements that compose the vast mosaic of our conceptions of war must be identified and examined in light of their philosophical origins. Michael Gelven not only identifies what the fundamental principles are, but he also extracts from the history of philosophy the arguments and analyses of the concepts that explain how we think...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0271010541
• ISBN13: 9780271010540
• Release Date: November 1993
• Publisher: Penn State University Press
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

strategic thought

An essential piece of reading for anyone interested in strategic thought. A philosophical exploration that lends wisdom to any person interested in the subject. Not for the fainthearted!