{"title":"Sir Barney White-Spunner","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the captivating works of Sir Barney White-Spunner, a distinguished author whose contributions to the field of History and Military literature have been widely acclaimed. With a career background as a senior British Army officer, Sir Barney brings a unique perspective and authenticity to his writing that is both insightful and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection, including titles such as \u003cem\u003eNations in Arms\u003c\/em\u003e, offers detailed explorations of military history with an emphasis on the intricacies of warfare and leadership. Sir Barney's books are renowned for their meticulous research and compelling storytelling, making them an excellent choice for both history enthusiasts and readers with a keen interest in military studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a style that is both informative and accessible, these works provide readers with a deeper understanding of historical events and their lasting impacts. Sir Barney White-Spunner's literature is an invaluable addition to any history or military book collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nations-in-arms-by-sir-barney-white-spunner-9781472872982","title":"Nations in Arms","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNations in Arms\u003c\/em\u003e is described as \"an engrossing study\" by the \u003cem\u003eTimes Literary Supplement\u003c\/em\u003e, recognised as one of its Books of the Year 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis critical study analyses five historical armies, offering solutions for how contemporary forces need to change to tackle modern threats. The most important task of any government remains the defence of its state and citizens. Traditionally, governments have relied on armed forces to fulfil this duty. However, world events and the comparative peace in Europe since 1989 have caused many European governments to lose their focus on defence. Recent events have demonstrated that war remains as nasty, violent, destructive, and prevalent as ever, necessitating a fundamental rethinking of the relationship between governments, armies, and soldiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHistory provides several examples of states that have successfully reconstructed their armies, both on the battlefield and in terms of their relationship with the state they are duty-bound to protect. \u003cem\u003eNations in Arms\u003c\/em\u003e explores five such armies: the 4th-century Roman army of Constantine the Great, the 15th-century Ottoman army of Sultan Mehmet II, Cromwell’s New Model Army during the English Civil War, the Prussian Army of the Napoleonic Wars, and the US Army of the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAuthored by former senior military officer and renowned military historian Barney White-Spunner, the book draws on the experiences of these armies to establish long-standing principles that remain relevant today. This is a book about armies, their loyalties, their organisation, and their very souls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072099401964,"sku":"9781472872982","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10867343482712.jpg?v=1765075928"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/sir-barney-white-spunner.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}