6 thinkers, books, and ideas connected to this field.
Polish-British historian who wrote Warsaw 1920, Holy Madness, Napoleon: A Life, and Phantom Terror — known for revisionist, pro-Polish historical perspectives and his comprehensive biography of Napoleon that emphasizes the human dimensions of the emperor.
Georgian-American historian at Louisiana State — author of The Napoleonic Wars: A Global History — the most comprehensive single-volume account of the Napoleonic Wars as a global rather than European event.
American military historian and artillery officer who wrote on Napoleon's campaigns — referenced in Founders podcast strategy discussions — contributing to the historical analysis of Napoleonic warfare.
Military strategy text analyzing Napoleon's campaigns in the context of modern warfare — examining which Napoleonic principles remained valid in 20th century military contexts.
Collection of 115 military maxims attributed to Napoleon Bonaparte — compiled after his death from his letters and campaign notes — which distill his approach to warfare: speed, concentration of force, attacking the enemy's weakest point, and maintaining the initiative.
J. Christopher Herold's 1955 compilation of Napoleon's quotes, maxims, and reflections — drawn from his letters, conversations, and proclamations — providing the closest available window into Napoleon's thinking on war, leadership, politics, and human nature.