Reviews and Awards
"Gat's study will likely become the standard text on nmilitary thought in civilian as well as military schools for some time to come."--American Historical Review
"The scope is broadly cultural and comprehensive, and the scholarship is impressive....[A] brilliant synthesis of modern military and naval analysis. The book is highly recommended."--The Historian
"Those truly interested in the study of military theory will find this book a welcome, even necessary, addition to their collection."--Military Review
"A holistic account of modern military thought. I await his next volume with anticipation."--Journal of Modern History