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Books about Warfare
A Clash of Kings
by George R.R. Martin
Set in the fictional land of Westeros, a political struggle for control of the Seven Kingdoms ensues.
A Clash of Kings depicts the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros in civil war , while the Night's Watch mounts a reconnaissance to investigate the mysterious people known as wildlings . Meanwhile, Daenerys ... (Wikipedia)
Augustus
by John Williams
Epic historical novel about the life and reign of the first Roman Emperor Augustus.
Told through various letters and fragments, Augustus begins when Gaius Octavius Thurinus is 17 and is called away from his mother by his great-uncle, Julius Caesar , who reveals he intends to groom ... (Wikipedia)
Exile's Honor
by Mercedes Lackey
A young elven exile embarks on a journey of redemption and revenge.
Alberich had spent most of his youth in the Karsite military schools training to be an officer. As the son of an impoverished mother, he had no other career choice open to him. And Alberich had risen ... (Goodreads)
The Time of Contempt
by Andrzej Sapkowski
A young witcher's quest to unravel the mysteries surrounding the magical world of the Continent.
Following their secret conclave (in Blood of Elves ), the monarchs of the Northern Kingdoms are secretly preparing to create a pretext for war with Nilfgaard, not knowing that the Emperor of ... (Wikipedia)
Sword of Destiny
by Andrzej Sapkowski
Epic fantasy adventure of a witcher on a quest to protect the world from dark forces.
The anthology consists of several stories, loosely linked in a chronology. The short stories in this collection take place before the events of the novels and introduce characters that become major ... (Wikipedia)
Warriors of the Storm
by Bernard Cornwell
Uhtred of Bebbanburg fights to reclaim his ancestral home while facing new enemies and old rivalries in 9th century England.
Northmen led by Ragnall Ivarson invade Mercia near Uhtred's fortress of Ceaster . Ragnall, whose brother Sigtryggr is married to Uhtred's daughter Stiorra, has been driven out of Ireland by the ... (Wikipedia)
Forest Mage
by Robin Hobb
A tale of redemption and survival set in the forests of the Six Duchies.
The story picks up where Shaman's Crossing left off. The Gernian Cavalla Academy is recovering from the devastating effects of Speck plague, a disease causing severe dysentery. The disease has run ... (Wikipedia)
The History of Rome, Books 1-5: The Early History of Rome
by Livy
Livy's account of the founding of Rome and its early history, including the legendary stories of Romulus and Remus.
Livy (c. 59 BC-AD 17) dedicated most of his life to writing some 142 volumes of history, the first five of which comprise The Early History of Rome. With stylistic brilliance, he chronicles nearly ... (Goodreads)
Red Storm Rising
by Tom Clancy
An all-out war between NATO and the Soviet Union, as seen through the eyes of the soldiers.
Militants from Azerbaijan destroy an oil production refinery in Nizhnevartovsk , threatening to cripple the Soviet Union's economy due to oil shortages. After much deliberation, the Soviet Politburo ... (Wikipedia)
Towers of Midnight
by Robert Jordan
Epic battle between good and evil in a fantasy world, with fate of the world hanging in the balance.
The Wheel of Time ,® is a PBS Great American Read Selection! Now in development for TV!,, Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time® by Robert Jordan has captivated millions of readers around the ... (Barnes & Noble)
First Lord's Fury
by Jim Butcher
Epic fantasy adventure as an army of magical creatures and humans fight to save their kingdom.
Returning from the ruined continent of Canea, Gaius Octavian, his girlfriend Kitai, the Canim warmaster Varg, and their legions find that most of the Aleran Empire has been destroyed or besieged by ... (Wikipedia)
The Conquest of Gaul
by Gaius Julius Caesar
A narrative of Julius Caesar's military campaigns in Gaul, chronicling his strategy and triumphs.
Royal Assassin
by Robin Hobb
A journey of self-discovery and growth, as a young man discovers his hidden powers and learns to use them.
Fitz has survived his first hazardous mission as king’s assassin, but is left little more than a cripple. Battered and bitter, he vows to abandon his oath to King Shrewd, remaining in the distant ... (Goodreads)
Daughter of the Empire
by Raymond E. Feist
An epic fantasy story of a young woman's journey to reclaim her stolen throne.
At the age of 17, Mara's ceremonial pledge of servantship to the goddess Lashima is interrupted by the news that her father and brother have been killed in battle. Now Ruling Lady of the Acoma, Mara ... (Wikipedia)
The Lord of the Rings: Weapons and Warfare
by Chris Smith
Comprehensive study of the history and combat tactics of Middle-earth.
Lavishly illustrated with 1,000 photos, paintings, maps, sculptures and sketches, most appearing here for the first time, Weapons and Warfare is an indispensable chronicle of The Lord of the Rings' ... (Goodreads)
The Time Traveller's Guide to Medieval England: A Handbook for Visitors to the Fourteenth Century
by Ian Mortimer
Exploring the history and culture of Medieval England.
Imagine you could get into a time machine and travel back to the 14th century. This text sets out to explain what life was like in the most immediate way, through taking the reader to the Middle ... (Goodreads)
The Blade Itself
by Joe Abercrombie
Epic fantasy saga of an unlikely band of misfits and their struggle against an oppressive empire.
Logen Ninefingers, infamous barbarian, has finally run out of luck. Caught in one feud too many, he’s on the verge of becoming a dead barbarian – leaving nothing behind him but bad songs, dead ... (Goodreads)
The Game of Kings
by Dorothy Dunnett
Set in 16th century Scotland, a tale of political intrigue, betrayal, and love. Follows the story of Francis Crawford of Lymond.
Dunnett introduces her irresistible hero Francis Crawford of Lymond, a scapegrace nobleman of elastic morals and dangerous talents whose tongue is as sharp as his rapier. In 1547 Lymond is returning ... (Goodreads)
Stalingrad: The Fateful Siege, 1942–1943
by Antony Beevor
The epic story of the Battle of Stalingrad and its devastating impact on WWII.
The Battle of Stalingrad was not only the psychological turning point of World War II: it also changed the face of modern warfare. From Antony Beevor, the internationally bestselling author of, ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Hedge Knight
by Ben Avery
A young knight embarks on a quest to prove himself worthy of the chivalric code of honor.
Contains an all new exclusive short story by George R. R. Martin! An adaptation of Martin's hit novel, bringing the world of A Song of Ice and Fire to life in comic book form. Night falls over the ... (Goodreads)
The Flame Bearer
by Bernard Cornwell
A Saxon warrior embarks on a quest to reclaim his homeland from Viking invaders.
Uhtred fails again to capture Bebbanburg. His son-in-law, the pagan warlord Sigtryggr, king of Northumbria, asks for help against invading West Saxons who seem intent on breaking the recent truce ... (Wikipedia)
The Field of Swords
by Conn Iggulden
A thrilling tale of medieval warfare, set in the English civil war.
From the author of the bestselling, The Dangerous Book for Boys, With his acclaimed Emperor novels, author Conn Iggulden brings a dazzling world to life–the rich, complex world of ancient Rome as ... (Goodreads)
The Long Ships
by Frans G. Bengtsson
A Viking warrior embarks on a journey of adventure and conquest, encountering battles, love, and treasure along the way.
The first book covers the years 982 to 990. While still a youth, Orm is abducted by a Viking party led by Krok and they sail south. They fall captive to Andalusian Muslims and serve as galley slaves ... (Wikipedia)
1453: The Holy War for Constantinople and the Clash of Islam and the West
by Roger Crowley
A detailed account of the 1453 siege of Constantinople, exploring the religious and cultural tensions between the Ottoman Empire and the Christian West.
Now in trade paperback, a gripping exploration of the fall of Constantinople and its connection to the world we live in today The fall of Constantinople in 1453 signaled a shift in history, and the ... (Barnes & Noble)
Red Sister
by Mark Lawrence
A young girl embarks on a journey of adventure and magic to save her homeland.
The planet Abeth was originally settled by four tribes with various abilities. The hunska have superhuman speed; the gerant have superhuman strength, the marjal can work elemental magic; the quantal ... (Wikipedia)
Half a King
by Joe Abercrombie
A young prince's struggle to reclaim his rightful throne and avenge his father's death.
The story follows the exploits of Yarvi, a young prince of Gettland with a disabled hand. When his father dies Yarvi is elevated to the throne but faces a struggle to keep it as others conspire to ... (Wikipedia)
Storm of Steel
by Ernst Jünger
An autobiographical account of World War I, exploring the horrors of war.
Storm of Steel begins with Jünger as a private entering the line with the 73rd Hanoverian Regiment in Champagne . His first taste of combat came at Les Éparges in April 1915 where he was first ... (Wikipedia)
The Key to Rebecca
by Ken Follett
A desperate mission to uncover a Nazi spy in Cairo during WWII.
Ken Follett’s The Key to Rebecca took readers and critics by storm when first published more than twenty years ago. Today, it remains one of the best espionage novels ever written. Look out for Ken’s ... (Goodreads)
Enemy of God
by Bernard Cornwell
Historical fiction set in 5th century Britain, chronicling Arthur's quest to save his people.
Arthur's unexpected victory over the combined armies of Powys and Siluria at Lugg Vale has brought peace and unity to the British kingdoms. Both Gorfyddyd, King of Powys, and Gundleus, King of ... (Wikipedia)
The Wars of the Roses
by Alison Weir
A detailed account of the dynastic conflict between the houses of Lancaster and York in medieval England.
Lancaster and York. For much of the fifteenth century, these two families were locked in battle for control of the English throne. Kings were murdered and deposed. Armies marched on London. Old noble ... (Goodreads)
Weapons of Choice
by John Birmingham
A naval task force from 2021 is transported back to 1942, altering the course of World War II.
On the eve of America’s greatest victory in the Pacific,, a catastrophic event disrupts the course of World War II, forever changing the rules of combat. . . . , The impossible has spawned the ... (Goodreads)
The Steel Wave
by Jeff Shaara
A historical novel that follows the Allied invasion of Normandy during World War II, from planning to execution.
General Dwight Eisenhower commands a diverse army that must destroy Hitler’s European fortress. On the coast of France, German commander Erwin Rommel prepares for the coming invasion, as the Führer ... (Goodreads)
The White Rose
by Glen Cook
A quest for a legendary artifact, with a ragtag group of heroes fighting against an oppressive empire.
The Black Company has taken refuge from the Lady in the Plain of Fear. Its magical, non-human denizens are powerful enough to daunt even her. Among them is Old Father Tree, a god manifesting itself ... (Wikipedia)
The Battle of Kadesh
by Christian Jacq
A historical novel about the epic battle between the Egyptian pharaoh Ramses II and the Hittite king Muwatalli II in 1274 BC.
The powerful Hittites have declared war on Egypt, and Ramses must do the impossible: seize their impregnable fortress at Kadesh with his ragged army, even as his powerful bodyguard and right-hand man ... (Goodreads)
The Red Knight
by Miles Cameron
A mercenary captain leads his company into a dangerous battle against supernatural forces. Magic, politics, and war collide in this epic fantasy novel.
Twenty eight florins a month is a huge price to pay, for a man to stand between you and the Wild. Twenty eight florins a month is nowhere near enough when a wyvern's jaws snap shut on your helmet in ... (Goodreads)
The Orenda
by Joseph Boyden
An exploration of the spiritual bonds between a small Huron tribe and their European invaders.
In the remote winter landscape a brutal massacre and the kidnapping of a young Iroquois girl violently re-ignites a deep rift between two tribes. The girl’s captor, Bird, is one of the Huron Nation’s ... (Goodreads)
Genghis Khan and the Making of the Modern World
by Jack Weatherford
A historical account of Genghis Khan's life and legacy, exploring his impact on the modern world.
The name Genghis Khan often conjures the image of a relentless, bloodthirsty barbarian on horseback leading a ruthless band of nomadic warriors in the looting of the civilized world. But the ... (Goodreads)
The Runelords
by David Farland
Epic fantasy adventure of a young man's quest to restore order to a kingdom.
Young Prince Gaborn Val Orden of Mystarria is traveling in disguise on a journey to ask for the hand of the lovely Princess Iome of Sylvarresta when he and his warrior bodyguard spot a pair of ... (Goodreads)
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
by George R.R. Martin
A gritty fantasy tale of knights and dragons, set in a time of chaos and war.
A century before A GAME OF THRONES, two unlikely heroes wandered Westeros… A KNIGHT OF THE SEVEN KINGDOMS compiles the first three official prequel novellas to George R.R. Martin’s ongoing ... (Goodreads)
George Washington's Secret Six: The Spy Ring That Saved the American Revolution
by Brian Kilmeade
The incredible story of the undercover espionage mission that helped secure the American Revolution.
As a Long Islander endlessly fascinated by events that happened in a place I call home, I hope with this book to give the secret six the credit they did not get in life. The Culper spies represent ... (Goodreads)
Reaper's Gale
by Steven Erikson
The Malazan Empire is in turmoil as gods and mortals clash. The fate of the world hangs in the balance.
Champions from various cultures return with the Tiste Edur fleet to challenge Rhulad Sengar, emperor of Letheras. Among them are Icarium with Taralack Veed, Karsa Orlong with Samar Dev, a Seguleh ... (Wikipedia)
House of Chains
by Steven Erikson
Epic fantasy featuring an intricate storyline and complex characters, set in a sprawling world of war and magic.
House of Chains takes place immediately after the events of, Deadhouse Gates, on the subcontinent of Seven Cities . The Chain of Dogs - the evacuation of 50,000 Malazan civilians across 1,500 miles ... (Wikipedia)
The Face of Battle: A Study of Agincourt, Waterloo and the Somme
by John Keegan
A detailed analysis of three historical battles, exploring the experiences of soldiers and the impact of technology on warfare.
The Face of Battle is military history from the battlefield: a look at the direct experience of individuals at 'the point of maximum danger'. It examines the physical conditions of fighting, the ... (Goodreads)
Shield of Thunder
by David Gemmell
A tale of war and heroism, as two great armies clash and a warrior fights to save his people from destruction.
The war of Troy is looming, and all the kings of the Great Green are gathering, friends and enemies, each with their own dark plans of conquest and plunder. Into this maelstrom of treachery and ... (Goodreads)
Excalibur
by Bernard Cornwell
Epic tale of Arthurian legend, as Arthur struggles to unite the divided kingdom of Britain.
In The Winter King and Enemy of God Bernard Cornwell demonstrated his astonishing ability to make the oft-told legend of King Arthur fresh and new for our time. Now, in this riveting final volume of ... (Goodreads)
Mouse Guard: Winter 1152
by David Petersen
The Mouse Guard must protect their territories from predators and traitors during the harsh winter of 1152.
In the Winter of 1152, the Guard face a food and supply shortage threatening the lives of many through a cold and icy season. Saxon, Kenzie, Lieam, and Sadie, led by Celanawe, traverse the ... (Goodreads)
Lord of the Silver Bow
by David Gemmell
Epic adventure of a young Greek prince facing a war of mythic proportions.
He is a man of many names. Some call him the Golden One; others, the Lord of the Silver Bow. To the Dardanians, he is Prince Aeneas. But to his friends, he is Helikaon . Strong, fast, quick of mind, ... (Goodreads)
Rise of the Horde
by Christie Golden
The origin story of the Horde in the Warcraft universe, detailing the events that led to their formation and rise to power.
Though the young Warchief Thrall ended the demon curse that had plagued his people for generations, the orcs still wrestle with the sins of their bloody past. As the rampaging Horde , they waged a ... (Goodreads)
This Shattered World
by Amie Kaufman
Two soldiers from opposing sides of a war must work together to uncover a conspiracy on a distant planet.
The second installment in the epic, Starbound, trilogy introduces a new pair of star-crossed lovers on two sides of a bloody war. Jubilee Chase and Flynn Cormac should never have met. Lee is captain ... (Goodreads)
Rainbow Six
by Tom Clancy
A team of elite international agents on a mission to stop a global terrorist threat.
CIA operative John Clark forms a secret multi-national counter-terrorist unit known as Rainbow. Based in Hereford , United Kingdom, the unit consists of two operational squads composed of elite ... (Wikipedia)
The Iron King
by Maurice Druon
Epic historical fiction of the Middle Ages, as dynasties pay the price of ambition.
Set in the 14th century during the reigns of the last five kings of the direct Capetian dynasty and the first two kings of the House of Valois , the series begins as the French King Philip the Fair , ... (Wikipedia)
Heretic
by Bernard Cornwell
A gripping tale of a Saxon warrior's journey of faith and vengeance in a time of civil war.
Heretic begins with a bloody battle outside Calais in 1347, a short time before the city fell to the English. The sympathetic Thomas of Hookton is bending every sinew at the service of his master, ... (Wikipedia)
1177 B.C.: The Year Civilization Collapsed
by Eric H. Cline
A detailed account of the collapse of the Bronze Age civilizations, exploring the causes and consequences of this pivotal moment in history.
From acclaimed archaeologist and bestselling author Eric Cline, a breathtaking account of how the collapse of an ancient civilized world ushered in the first Dark Ages In 1177 B.C., marauding groups ... (Goodreads)
The Night Angel Trilogy
by Brent Weeks
A young assassin becomes embroiled in a deadly conspiracy, fighting for survival and redemption in a dark and violent world.
For a detailed synopsis of the novels, see the relevant article for each book The story is set on the continent of Midcyru , mainly in the country of Cenaria and in its capital city which shares the ... (Wikipedia)
The Blinding Knife
by Brent Weeks
A magical adventure to save the world, filled with powerful forces of good and evil.
The Blinding Knife begins four days after the end of the previous novel. The Prism, 'Gavin'/Dazen, sends Kip back to the Chromeria with Ironfist, instructing him to become a Blackguard. With Karris ... (Wikipedia)
Sharpe's Honor
by Bernard Cornwell
Richard Sharpe, a British soldier, is tasked with rescuing a Spanish noblewoman from French captivity during the Napoleonic Wars.
Major Pierre Ducos plots to broker a peace between France and Spain, offering to restore King Ferdinand VII to the Spanish throne in exchange for the Spanish signing a peace treaty and breaking their ... (Wikipedia)
The Plantagenets: The Warrior Kings and Queens Who Made England
by Dan Jones
A sweeping account of the tumultuous reigns of England's Plantagenet kings and queens.
The first Plantagenet king inherited a blood-soaked kingdom from the Normans and transformed it into an empire stretched at its peak from Scotland to Jerusalem. In this epic history, Dan Jones ... (Goodreads)
Overlord: D-Day and the Battle for Normandy
by Max Hastings
A detailed account of the D-Day invasion and the ensuing Battle for Normandy, highlighting the experiences of soldiers and civilians alike.
Max Hastings’s “exceptional” (,Kirkus Reviews, starred review) account of the famous World War II D-Day landings “[will] stand with that of the best journalists and writers who witnessed it” (,The ... (Barnes & Noble)
Arthas: Rise of the Lich King
by Christie Golden
The story of Prince Arthas Menethil's descent into darkness as he becomes the Lich King, ruler of the undead scourge.
Frostmourne. It was caught in a hovering, jagged chunk of ice, the runes that ran the length of its blade glowing a cool blue. Below it was a dais of some sort, standing on a large gently raised ... (Goodreads)
The Greatest Knight
by Elizabeth Chadwick
The story of William Marshal, a knight who rose from obscurity to become one of the most powerful men in medieval England.
A medieval historical novel about William Marshal, probably the greatest knight of the Middle Ages. This is the story of how he rose through the dangerous world of Angevin politics to become one of ... (Goodreads)
The Men Who Stare at Goats
by Jon Ronson
An exploration of strange military experiments, exposing the hidden world of military intelligence.
From the bestselling author of The Psychopath Test: A Journey Through the Madness Industry and So You've Been Publicly Shamed . In 1979 a secret unit was established by the most gifted minds within ... (Goodreads)
The Grey Bastards
by Jonathan French
Half-orc biker gang defends their land from invading armies. A gritty, violent, and darkly humorous fantasy adventure.
Jackal and his fellow half-orcs patrol the barren wastes of the Lot Lands, spilling their own damned blood to keep civilized folk safe. A rabble of hard-talking, hog-riding, whore-mongering brawlers ... (Goodreads)
Blood Oath
by Christopher Farnsworth
Nathaniel Cade, a vampire sworn to protect the President, battles supernatural threats to national security.
An Army Ranger unit is reassigned from hunting an Al-Qaeda terrorist cell in Iraq, to suddenly a clandestine mission in the unstable Republic of Kosovo, with details classified by the army's ... (Wikipedia)
Return of the Crimson Guard
by Ian C. Esslemont
The Crimson Guard returns to Quon Tali to exact revenge on the Malazan Empire. Political intrigue and battles ensue.
The returning mercenary Crimson Guard are sworn to oppose the Empire. Some elite Avowed scheme to open paths to power. Ascendants, ancient powerful entities, seek to exploit all sides for gain. ... (Goodreads)
Under the Eagle
by Simon Scarrow
A gripping tale of a Roman army centurion's quest to protect his troops from a cunning enemy.
55 BC : During the first Roman invasion of Britain , a group of legionaries lose the army's pay chest in a marsh while retreating to their ships. Harried by the British tribes, they can only mark the ... (Wikipedia)
The Deed of Paksenarrion
by Elizabeth Moon
Epic fantasy tale of a young woman who embarks on an extraordinary journey to save the world.
The Deed of Paksenarrion revolves around the life of Paksenarrion Dorthansdotter, known as Paks. It takes place in a fictional medieval world comprised of kingdoms of humans, dwarves, and elves. The ... (Goodreads)
Genghis: Birth of an Empire
by Conn Iggulden
Epic tale of a determined man's rise to power, uniting many nomadic tribes into a powerful Mongol nation.
He was born Temujin, the son of a khan, raised in a clan of hunters migrating across the rugged steppe. Temujin's young life was shaped by a series of brutal acts: the betrayal of his father by a ... (Goodreads)
March Upcountry
by David Weber
Epic space opera featuring military conflict and political intrigue.
Prince Roger is ordered by his mother and older half-brother to attend a ceremony in Leviathan. Roger travels on the spaceship Charles DeGlopper with Eleanora O'Casey, Kostas Matsugae, and Captain ... (Wikipedia)
Caesar's Women
by Colleen McCullough
The third book in the Masters of Rome series, following the lives of Caesar and his women. Political intrigue, love affairs, and power struggles abound.
The novel is set during a ten-year interval, from 68-58 BC, which Julius Caesar spent mainly in Rome, climbing the political ladder and outmaneuvering his many enemies. It opens with Caesar returning ... (Wikipedia)
The Gods of War
by Conn Iggulden
Epic historical fiction of a brave warrior's struggles against the odds in a tumultuous world.
The year is 53 B.C. Fresh from victory in Gaul, Julius Caesar leads battle-hardened legions across the Rubicon river–threatening Rome herself. Even the master strategist Pompey is caught unprepared ... (Goodreads)
Alexander: Child of a Dream
by Valerio Massimo Manfredi
The story of Alexander the Great, from his childhood to his ascension to the throne. A tale of ambition, conquest, and tragedy.
The story starts before the birth of Alexander at Pella , when his mother Queen Olympias dreams of a snake slithering inside her bed and thrusting its seed inside her; when she recounts her dream to ... (Wikipedia)
The Eagle's Conquest
by Simon Scarrow
Roman soldiers Cato and Macro fight to conquer Britain, facing fierce resistance from the native tribes.
The book opens immediately after the events of, Under the Eagle, , with the troops relaxing and watching prisoners of war fight to the death in a makeshift arena., Optio, Cato is bequeathed an ... (Wikipedia)
The Pacific
by Hugh Ambrose
A historical account of the Pacific Theater during World War II, told through the personal stories of soldiers and civilians.
Penguin delivers you to the front lines of The Pacific Theater with the real-life stories behind the HBO miniseries. Between America's retreat from China in late November 1941 and the moment General ... (Goodreads)
Lord of the Clans
by Christie Golden
The story of Thrall, a young orc who rises to become the leader of the Horde, and his struggles to unite his people and find a new home.
Lord of the Clans (Warcraft, Book 2) ... (Goodreads)
Zombie Fallout
by Mark Tufo
A family man navigates a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies, fighting to protect his loved ones and find a safe haven.
Zombie Fallout It was a flu season like no other. With fears of contracting the H1N1 virus running rampant throughout the country, people lined up in droves to try an attain one of the coveted ... (Goodreads)
The Sands of Ammon
by Valerio Massimo Manfredi
The final book in the Alexander trilogy, following the conqueror's journey to India and his ultimate demise.
After the victory in Thessaly which ended the first book of the trilogy,, Child of a Dream, , Alexander and his army march towards the East. The first step of the expedition is to free the Greek ... (Wikipedia)
The Virtues of War
by Steven Pressfield
A fictionalized account of Alexander the Great's conquests, exploring the psychology of war and the virtues it demands.
I have always been a soldier. I have known no other life. So begins Alexander’s extraordinary confession on the eve of his greatest crisis of leadership. By turns heroic and calculating, ... (Goodreads)
Shadow Study
by Maria V. Snyder
Yelena, a powerful magician, must navigate political intrigue and personal demons to uncover a dangerous conspiracy.
Librarian's Note: This is an alternate-cover edition for , ISBN 9780778317401, Once, only her own life hung in the balance… When Yelena was a poison taster, her life was simpler. She survived to ... (Goodreads)
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