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Great Generals of the Ancient World
The military expert and author of Philip II of Macedonia presents 9 profiles of exemplary leadership from the ancient world. Of all the military commanders throughout history, only a few are remembered as great leaders of men in battle. Is there a combination of personal attributes and historical circumstances that produces great commanders? Professor Richard A. Gabriel analyses the biographies of ten great generals, all of whom lived between 1481 BC and AD 632, in order to identify the characteristics of intellect, psychology, personality, and experience that allowed them to tread the path to greatness. Some of the names included in Gabriel's selection, such as Moses and Muhammad, will surprise many readers—as will the historical figures Gabriel chooses to omit, including Alexander the Great and Atilla the Hun. But Gabriel is not merely interested in famous military exploits. A retired soldier and professor at the Canadian Defence College, he distils the timeless essence of military leadership through the examples of Julius Caesar, Philip II of Macedonia, Thutmose III of Egypt, and others
Soldiers' Lives Through History - The Ancient World
Part of the 'Soldiers' Lives Through History' series, this book examines all aspects of soldiers' lives, including weaponry, clothing, medicine, transport and more. Illustrations, maps, chronologies, and bibliographies provide added resources.
The Culture of War
Although war has been analyzed from many perspectives, no scholar has satisfactorily explained why the human race fights and how we came to create a degree of military sophistication capable of destroying the entire species. Gabriel addresses these questions in his study of the origins and development of warfare. He looks particularly at the relationship between the evolution of the social institution of war and the development of the military institutions, tactical sciences, and technology required for organized conflict. Beginning with a discussion of the biological and evolutionary history of man, Gabriel investigates the proposition that the human race is genetically predisposed to warli...
On Ancient Warfare
Richard Gabriel has been studying and writing about ancient warfare for nearly half a century. He has written fifty-five books on the subject (before this one) and over three hundred published articles. These decades of scholarship are complemented by direct military experience as a US army officer (now retired). This book presents his thoughts and perspectives on a selection of aspects of ancient warfare that he has found of particular interest over the years. It does not aim to be a comprehensive overview nor a coherent narrative of ancient military history but adds up to an illuminating, fascinating and wide-ranging discussion of various topics. With topics ranging from the origins of war, through logistics, military medicine and psychiatry or the origins of jihad, to specifics such as the generalship of Alexander the Great (Gabriel's not a fan), Scipio and Hannibal, there is plenty here for the either the general reader or academic scholar.
The Light in the Darkness
“THE LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS” , although fictional in its concept, presents, to its readers, a composite of true life experiences of people caught in the undertow of World War 2 and the Nazi occupation of their town, Lothos, in southern Hungary. Although the war and its problems are depicted, nevertheless its historical factor is just a backdrop. My book is intended to reveal a conflict of a deeper nature. As you will see as you read, the book highlights the struggles that are relevant for today. You will become acquainted with the powerful and influential family known as the “Dreizigs”; you will see how this family, devotees of the occult, operate their clandestine affairs, their abilities to collaborate with occupying Powers, such as the Nazis, and their nefarious deeds of conspiracy and murder. But you will also see how God, through those who are willing to combat the Dreizigs, is able to derail and sometimes defeat their plans of conquest and domination. This book will also reveal the stark differences between true Christianity and the weak, vacillating impotence of religion. I hope you read and discern it with an open mind.
Hannibal
The Romans' destruction of Carthage after the Third Punic War erased any Carthaginian historical record of Hannibal's life. What we know of him comes exclusively from Roman historians who had every interest in minimizing his success, exaggerating his failures, and disparaging his character. The charges leveled against Hannibal include greed, cruelty and atrocity, sexual indulgence, and even cannibalism. But even these sources were forced to grudgingly admit to Hannibal's military genius, if only to make their eventual victory over him appear greater. Yet there is no doubt that Hannibal was the greatest Carthaginian general of the Second Punic War. When he did not defeat them outright, he fou...
Gabriel's Promise
New York Times bestselling author Sylvain Reynard returns with the fourth installment of the beloved Gabriel's Inferno series. When Gabriel and Julia Emerson first lay eyes on their newborn daughter, Clare, they realize life as they know it will never be the same. Gabriel has vowed to be a good father when he suddenly receives an invitation to give a series of lectures in Edinburgh, Scotland--an opportunity of high prestige—but that would mean leaving his wife and child in Boston. Hesitant to bring it up, he keeps the opportunity from Julia as long as he can, not knowing she has a secret of her own. When a frightening situation arises that threatens their new family, both parents must make sacrifices. With the family in danger, the looming question remains: Will Gabriel pursue his lectureship in Edinburgh, leaving Julia and Clare vulnerable in Boston, or will he abandon the chance of a lifetime in order to ensure his family's safety?
The Antagonists
Gabriel provides a comprehensive overview of the comparative combat capabilities of both the American and Soviet armies. Focusing on small-group cohesion as the primary determinant of combat performance, he finds both armies deficient. He analyzes the potential adversaries on all levels, from enlisted men to officers, and considers the impact of factors such as morale, discipline and unit cohesiveness. His comparison also brings into clearer perspective the problems of the all-volunteer army, such as the weakening of institutional support for military life. ISBN 0-313-23127-3 : $29.95.
Man and Wound in the Ancient World
Examines the fascinating role of medicine in ancient military cultures; Shows how the ancients understood the body, patched up their warriors, and sent them back into battle; Reveals medical secrets lost during the Dark Ages; Explores how ancient civilizations' technologies have influenced modern medical practices
