Western strategic classics

Author: Jomini
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Publish Date: 2002-04-01
Features: The purpose of publishing this book is to eliminate blind spots, fill the void, and open up a new realm for readers interested in war studies. The content of this book focuses on introducing classic works of Western strategic thought. By "classic," we mean works of enduring value. Such works are rare and precious in any field, and even rarer in the realm of strategy. Anyone who wants to understand strategy should consider them essential reading. Under this project, Grand Strategy discusses the considerations that allow a statesman to determine whether a war is just, timely, or unavoidable, and to decide on the steps needed to achieve its objectives. A government enters into war for the following reasons:
(1) To reclaim or defend certain rights.
(2) To protect and maintain the nation's great interests, such as commerce, industry, and agriculture.
(3) To aid a neighboring country, as its survival is necessary for the security of the nation or the maintenance of a balance of power.
(4) To fulfill obligations under defensive alliances.