J J Widen

Theorist of Maritime Strategy

Sir Julian Corbett and his Contribution to Military and Naval Thought

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Produktbeschreibung

Since its publication in 1911, Sir Julian's Corbett's Some Principles of Maritime Strategy has remained a key document within naval strategic thinking. Yet despite his undoubted influence, Corbett's theories have not been subjected to scientific review and systematic comparison with other naval thinkers. In this assessment, Dr Widen has provided a fresh interpretation of Corbett's legacy and his continued relevance as a classic theorist of naval war. Both the strengths and shortcomings of Corbett's thinking are discussed and reflections offered on their intellectual, practical and doctrinal value. In so doing, Widen has written a book that deserves to be read by anyone with an interest in the past, present or future of maritime strategy.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor & Francis
• Seitenzahl: 190
• Erscheinungstermin: 3. Oktober 2016
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 277g
• ISBN-13: 9781138248045
• ISBN-10: 1138248045
• Artikelnr.: 57047098

Autorenporträt

J.J. Widen is Associate Professor in War Studies at the Swedish National Defence College, Stockholm, Sweden.

Inhaltsangabe

Contents: Foreword, Geoffrey Till
Introduction
Part I The Man, His Times and Scholarly Achievements: Life and historical works
Theoretical works and influences. Part II Military Theory in a Maritime Context: The epistemology of war
General theory of war. Part III Naval Theory as the Ends and Means in Naval Warfare: Theory of naval war
Theory of naval operations
General conclusions
Bibliography
Index.