The fifteen decisive battles of the world: from Marathon to Waterloo/
Edward Creasy
- Royston: Oracle, 1996
- 639p.
It examines fifteen of major battles. There are certain battles which stand out as decisive turning points in the course of history. The author has provided a synopsis of the historical background and a lively description of the leaders involved. With an interest in military strategy in tales individual valour or in the history of Western civilization.