FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla., Sept. 19, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Gold and men are both proven by fire. These thirteen unconditional rules of warfare have been proven by fire since 1479 BC. For over three millennia, those leaders who faithfully followed this canon of war never suffered a single defeat. An engaging examination of the practices that won battles, campaigns, and wars without fail is all set to begin as Xlibris announces the release The Edicts of Ares, a compelling new book featuring the comprehensive research of author Michael Riggs.
Beginning with a detailed introduction presented by the author, the text penetrates the thirteen critical nuggets of military practice, confirmed over the millennia by inspiring military personalities and cultures across the world. Readers can now understand these affirmed principles previously mastered by immortalized warlords who conquered vast territories and never lost a single battle, campaign, or war. Readers will also discern how successful military leaders with consistently inferior numbers -- not only survived -- but achieved great victories during massive conflicts. This canon of war serves as the perfect reference guide for any avid student of warfare or military leader, and even acts as a useful protocol of principle for leadership, problem-solving, and strategic planning -- pivotal elements that can turn the tide of any battle, whether on the battlefield, or in the boardroom.
Richly-layered and highly-detailed, The Edicts of Ares is laced by the author's stinging commentary on America's military system -- and at the same time it brings to readers an introspective look at how our recent military failures occurred by violating these most basic principles of successful warfare. Learn the proper art of war by ordering a copy of this captivating book online at Xlibris.com and at your local bookstore!
About the Author
Special Forces trained, the author experienced combat with the First Cav where he was decorated for valor, served with the elite "O" Company Arctic Rangers, the 82nd Airborne and the 101st Airborne. A keynote speaker for Special Operations forces functions, the author's analytical talents delve into the minute combat-authenticated truisms that apply regardless of century, continent, configuration, or composition.
Edicts of Ares * by Michael Riggs
13 Absolute Rules of Warfare
Publication Date: August 11, 2006
Trade Paperback; $21.99; 313 pages; 978-1-4257-2580-8
Cloth Hardback; $31.99; 313 pages; 978-1-4257-2581-5
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