War Calls

Author: Shu Jian
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: At almost every turning point in human history, a war has marked the beginning; and almost every war has been heralded by stirring speeches or manifestos. Subsequently, countless warriors advanced with songs, shed blood on the battlefield. Freedom, ideals, and faith may have been the lifelong pursuit of some! Fame, wealth, and hatred could all stir their bloodlust! There were also many followers who, under the persuasion of demagogues, became dust beneath the monuments of those with ulterior motives. As for the past battles and figures, history has long rendered its fair judgment. This book takes war mobilization as its main theme, selecting 85 most famous texts from the vast sea of speeches, addresses, directives, and manifestos that inspired the fervor of soldiers or the masses to fight. It aims to depict the colorful and immortal moments in history for readers, showcase the extraordinary charm and linguistic artistry of military geniuses throughout the ages, and the dirty mentality of demons and ghosts, as well as the "mass hypnosis technique."