Sherman Book Summary

In 'Sherman,' B. H. Liddell Hart offers a captivating exploration of the life and military strategies of General William Tecumseh Sherman during the American Civil War. Through vivid storytelling, Hart uncovers how Sherman's infamous 'March to the Sea' redefined modern warfare and the art of military strategy. The book delves into Sherman's complex character, revealing his motivations and the moral dilemmas he faced in war. Liddell Hart's insights challenge conventional views on conflict and leadership, making readers question the ethics of war tactics. This thought-provoking biography not only illuminates Sherman's legacy but also invites readers to reflect on the implications of his strategies in today’s world.

By B. H. Liddell Hart

Published: 1993

"The art of war is not simply a matter of strategy and tactics, but of understanding the deeper human motivations that drive conflict and shape history."

Book Review of Sherman

When Liddell Hart's Sherman was first published in 1929, it received encomiums such as these: "A masterly performance . . . one of the most thorougly dignified, one of the most distinguished biographies of the year."--Henry Steele Commager, New York Herald Tribune "It is not often that one comes upon a biography that is so well done as this book. Nearly every page bears evidence of the fact that it is the product of painstaking and exhaustive research, mature thought, and an expert understanding of the subject in hand . . ."--Saturday Review of Literature

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The art of war is not simply a matter of strategy and tactics, but of understanding the deeper human motivations that drive conflict and shape history.

Sherman

By B. H. Liddell Hart