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"This book is a complete guide to the military philosophy of one of Great Britain's most successful military leaders, Bernard Law Montgomery. Arranged in the style of Sun Tzu's ""Art of War"" and ""The Book of Five Rings"" by Miyamoto Musashi, the book presents core principles written by Montgomery on his approach to the art of war in a single concise volume. A seasoned combat veteran, accomplished writer, and victorious general, Montgomery dedicated his life to the study and mastery of military arts. The many topics covered include his beliefs and teachings on morale, leadership and fighting techniques. The book features a detailed introduction to Montgomery's career and philosophy by author Zita Steele, with information highlighting his regiment, experiences, achievements and command style. Illustrated with photos, it also features a reading list of books recommended by Montgomery, an avid military historian. Released for the 75th anniversary of VE Day, ""Bernard Montgomery's Art of War"" contains useful instructions and reflections for anyone interested in military science, leadership, politics or history. It also can be used as a lifestyle guide. ""This book brings Monty up with the great leaders of history, his contribution to the final Victory in WWII has never been really appreciated and this book rights that wrong. The leadership chapters should be strongly recommended reading for any future military leader (or politician) and military historian. As a former soldier I can relate to many of the leadership aspects mentioned in the book, the things I did right or wrong!"" -- Major David Seeney, Retired, late Royal Warwickshire Regiment and Airborne Forces, Chairman of Friends of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers Museum (Royal Warwickshire)"

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This book brings Monty up with the great leaders of history, his contribution to the final Victory in WWII has never been really appreciated and this book rights that wrong. The leadership chapters should be strongly recommended reading for any future military leader (or politician) and military historian. As a former soldier I can relate to many of the leadership aspects mentioned in the book, the things I did right or wrong! -- Major David Seeney, Retired, late Royal Warwickshire Regiment and Airborne Forces, Chairman of Friends of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers Museum (Royal Warwickshire)

This book brings Monty up with the great leaders of history, his contribution to the final Victory in WWII has never been really appreciated and this book rights that wrong. The leadership chapters should be strongly recommended reading for any future military leader (or politician) and military historian. As a former soldier I can relate to many of the leadership aspects mentioned in the book, the things I did right or wrong! - Major David Seeney, Retired, late Royal Warwickshire Regiment and Airborne Forces, Chairman of Friends of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers Museum (Royal Warwickshire) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Author and military historian Zita Steele certainly did her homework in giving us 'Bernard Mongtomery's Art of War.' Not a biography, although the book lets the reader know quite a bit about the man, this is a well organized compilation of Montgomery's thoughts and writings on his approach to war. Montgomery served as a young British officer during WWI and later as a top general in World War II. He was also a student of warfare, believing that to be really good at leading in war, one had to be an expert on past masters of the art. Steele organized Mongtomery's views and beliefs in 10 chapters, each focused on a different topic. These topics include his core principles, approaches to battle, the spirit of the warrior, battle management, and more. Montgomery's teachings should be mandatory reading material for all young officers, and this book can give you a quick primer. I recommend it. -- Bob Doerr, Military Writers Society of America ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This book covers Monty's thoughts, philosophy and writings on his approach to war, the welfare of his troops, his officers' approach to them and the logistics to conduct war. It starts off with his military career and how the First World War drove him to master war as a professional and gave him ambitions to lead military reforms, put him in good stead for his leadership and victories in World War Two, his belief in and encouraging contact with his men. He started the First World War off as a lieutenant and ended up Chief of Staff of a division. He was shot in the lung and knee, was left for dead so much so that a grave was dug for him. The book covers his writings on core principles, his approach to battle, battle management, attacking and defending and much more. The book is well written with plenty of illustrations and good captioning. Recommended. -- Gary Gibbs, The Bulletin of The Military Historical Society (UK)

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"Zita Steele is the creative pen name of military historian and author Zita Ballinger Fletcher. Zita Ballinger Fletcher (also known by the pen name Zita Steele) is an award-winning author, journalist and military history writer. Her areas of interest include World War II British and Commonwealth history and German Resistance.She won awards for two of her books in both fiction and nonfiction categories: a Silver Medal for History for ""Bernard Montgomery's Art of War,"" and a Bronze Medal for Historical Fiction for ""The Hidden Sphinx: A Tale of World War II Egypt,"" from the Military Writers Society of America in 2020. Zita received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the Honors College at the University of South Florida and is pursuing a Master of Arts degree in Military History. She is the editor of Military History Quarterly (MHQ) and Vietnam magazines published by HistoryNet. She lives in Washington, D.C. Zita Ballinger Fletcher (also known by the pen name Zita Steele) is an award-winning author, journalist and military history writer. With a background in art, she designs and illustrates her published work. She also produces videos and creates multimedia content. Her December 2019 military history article on Field Marshal Bernard Law Montgomery (""Monty Crosses the Rhine"") won a 2nd Place award in the National Federation of Press Women's 2020 nationwide writing contest. Her areas of interest include World War II British and Commonwealth history and German Resistance. Zita Steele is the creative pen name of military historian and author Zita Ballinger Fletcher. Zita Ballinger Fletcher (also known by the pen name Zita Steele) is an award-winning author, journalist and military history writer. Her areas of interest include World War II British and Commonwealth history and German Resistance.She won awards for two of her books in both fiction and nonfiction categories: a Silver Medal for History for ""Bernard Montgomery's Art of War,"" and a Bronze Medal for Historical Fiction for ""The Hidden Sphinx: A Tale of World War II Egypt,"" from the Military Writers Society of America in 2020. Zita received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the Honors College at the University of South Florida and is pursuing a Master of Arts degree in Military History. She is the editor of Military History Quarterly (MHQ) and Vietnam magazines published by HistoryNet. She lives in Washington, D.C."

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