Conflict: The Evolution of Warfare from 1945 to Ukraine

A landmark examination of war since 1945, written by bestselling historian and battlefield commander General David Petraeus and historian Andrew Roberts. The book explores over seventy years of conflict, drawing significant lessons and insights from their fresh analysis of the past. It culminates with a bracing look at Putin's disastrous invasion of Ukraine, and an assessment of the nature of future warfare.

Format: Hardback
Length: 544 pages
Publication date: 17 October 2023
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

A truly remarkable book, elegantly written and compellingly argued, has been receiving rave reviews from the esteemed DAILY TELEGRAPH. The publication has bestowed a five-star rating upon it, highlighting its immense importance.

AN INTELLIGENT, AUTHORITATIVE, COMPELLING, AND, ABOVE ALL, TIMELY TLS has been shortlisted for the Military History Matters Book of the Year Award. This remarkable collaboration brings together two leading authorities: a bestselling historian and the outstanding battlefield commander and strategist of our time. Together, they embark on a landmark examination of war since 1945.

Conflict serves as a comprehensive history of the evolution of warfare, encompassing the events leading up to Putin's invasion of Ukraine. At the same time, it offers a penetrating analysis of the lessons we must draw from the past and anticipate in the future to navigate an increasingly perilous world. In this profound and insightful study, General David Petraeus, the former CIA director who commanded the US-led coalitions in both Iraq and Afghanistan, and the prize-winning historian Andrew Roberts, delve into over seventy years of conflict, extracting significant insights and lessons from their fresh analysis of the past. Petraeus and Roberts showcase how critical mistakes have been repeated time and again, and explore the challenge faced by statesmen and generals alike in adapting to various new weapon systems, theories, and strategies.

The conflicts examined in Conflict span a wide range, including the Arab-Israeli wars, the Korean and Vietnam wars, the two Gulf wars, the Balkan wars in the former Yugoslavia, and both the Soviet and Coalition wars in Afghanistan, as well as guerrilla conflicts in Africa and South America. The book culminates with a bracing look at Putin's disastrous invasion of Ukraine, serving as a tragic case study of the consequences that arise when leaders refuse to learn from history. It also provides an assessment of the nature of future warfare. Filled with sharp insight and the wisdom of experience, Conflict is not merely a critic but a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of conflict and its impact on our world.

In conclusion, Conflict is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, international relations, and the challenges of navigating a complex and ever-changing world. Its insightful analysis and compelling narrative make it a valuable contribution to the field, and its relevance will continue to be felt for years to come.

Weight: 836g
Dimension: 164 x 242 x 51 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008567972