The Afghan Campaign: A bloody, brutal, brilliant novel of men at war from the ma

Description: The Afghan Campaign by Steven Pressfield To survive, Alexanders men must shake off the trappings of civilization and adopt the same unorthodox and barbaric tactics as their foe. But at what cost? Set against the harsh, unrelenting Afghan landscape, this novel reveals an understanding of the hopes and fears of men in battle and has important things to say about the nature of wars. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The bloody, brutal, brilliant new novel of men at war from the master of the genre.From the pen of Steven Pressfield, author of The Sunday Times Bestseller Gates of Fire comes a captivating, gripping and atmospheric novel of military might and war."Awesome...this is an extraordinary work - an instant classic." -- DAVID GEMMELL"Gripping, moving and literate...rarely does an author manage to recreate a moment in history with such mastery, authority and psychological insight." -- NELSON DEMILLE"No one writes better historical fiction than Steven Pressfield" -- VINCE FLYNN"This book doesnt grab you from the first page; it slowly envelops you in silken claws until you realise that this story owns you" -- ***** Reader review"Powerful and insightful" -- ***** Reader review"Absolutely brilliant" -- ***** Reader review********************************************************WHAT LENGTHS WILL THEY GO TO TO ACHIEVE VICTORY?330 BC- Alexander The Great launches his bloody and brutal campaign in the Afghan Kingdoms...Among the ranks of Macedonian infantry is Matthias. The youngest of three brothers, he is eager to prove himself, but as he joins the front-line, he comes to realise that warfare has changed. The Macedonians face a new kind of enemy, and must learn to fight a new kind of war.Experiencing fear, euphoria, horror and shame, Matthias and his comrades undergo a rite of passage as they, soldiers of a Western force whose code is secular and humanist, confront a proud Eastern warrior people who possess a fervent willingness to die for their cause.Just to survive, Alexanders men must shake off the trappings of civilization and adopt the same unorthodox and barbaric tactics as their foe - but is that a price worth paying? Notes Set in 330BC, during Alexander the Greats campaign in the Afghan kingdoms, this is an epic and exciting new novel of men at war from the bestselling author of Gates Of Fire. With authentic historical detail, thrilling narrative and driven characters, it was a commercial and critical success in hardback. No one writes better historical fiction than Steven Pressfield Vince Flynn Back Cover Summer 330 BC: and Alexander the Great began his assault on the unknown, unconquered part of the world we now call Afghanistan. IThe campaign was to last for three brutal years and proved to be the bloodiest he and his army ever fought. Among the ranks of Macedonian infantry is Matthias. The youngest of three brothers, he is eager to prove himself. But the reality is that they face a new kind of enemy: fiercely proud warrior tribes whose beliefs inspire a passionate willingness to die for their cause. Experiencing fear, euphoria, horror and shame, Matthias and his comrades undergo a brutal rite of passage. They must learn to fight a new kind of war. To survive, they must shake off the trappings of civilization; to win, they must adopt the same barbaric tactics as their foe. But at what cost? Set against the imposing, implacable Afghan landscape, Steven Pressfields powerful new bestseller demonstrates a profound understanding of the hopes and fears of men in battle and has important things to say about the nature of wars past - and present. Author Biography Steven Pressfield is the author of the classic historical bestsellers Gates of Fire, Tides of War, Last of the Amazons and Alexander- The Virtues of War. He lives in California. Review Pressfields talent is awesome...The Afghan Campaign is an extraordinary work, an instant classic -- DAVID GEMMELLAn impressive scholar and gifted storyteller...the finest military writer alive -- STEPHEN COONTSNo one writes better historical fiction than Steven Pressfield -- VINCE FLYNN Promotional The bloody, brutal, brilliant new novel of men at war from the master of the genre. Review Text Pressfields talent is awesome... The Afghan Campaign is an extraordinary work, an instant classic Review Quote No one writes better historical fiction than Steven Pressfield Promotional "Headline" The bloody, brutal, brilliant new novel of men at war from the master of the genre. Details ISBN0553817973 Author Steven Pressfield Pages 464 Publisher Transworld Publishers Ltd ISBN-10 0553817973 ISBN-13 9780553817973 Format Paperback Imprint Bantam Books Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 813.6 Illustrations Maps Media Book UK Release Date 2008-01-28 Year 2008 Publication Date 2008-01-28 AU Release Date 2008-01-28 NZ Release Date 2008-01-28 Subtitle A bloody, brutal, brilliant novel of men at war from the master of the genre Alternative 9781407038001 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 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