EBOOK Clausewitz and Contemporary War

While many scholars agree that Clausewitz's On War is frequently misunderstood,        almost none have explored his methodology to see whether it might enhance our        understanding of his concepts. This book lays out Clausewitz's methodology in a        brisk and straightforward style. It then uses that as a basis for understanding his        contributions to the ever growing body of knowledge of war. The specific        contributions this study addresses are Clausewitz's theories concerning thenature of        war, the relationship between war and politics, and several of the major principles        of strategy he examined.These theories and principles lie at the heart of the        current debates over the nature of contemporary conflict. They also underpin much of        the instruction that prepares military and civilian leaders for their roles in the        development and execution of military strategy. Thus, they are important even in        circles where Clausewitz is only briefly studied. While understanding On War is no        more a prerequisite for winning wars than knowledge is a requirement for exercising        power, Clausewitz'sopus has become something of an authoritative reference for those        desiring to expand their knowledge of war. By linking method and concept, this book        contributes significantly to that end.