by Charles Oman
Recommended by Paul Graham and Sam Altman
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Masterhistorian Charles Oman tells the story of the evolution of military combat from the end of the Roman Empire through the Dark Ages and into the Middle Ages. Oman's beautiful prose captures the tactically complexity and the emotional horror of war in the Middle Ages. Richly illustrated throughout to enhance the reading experience. Contents inc...
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Recommended by 4 sources and appears in Books Recommended by Paul Graham, Most Recommended Books, and History.
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Paul Graham
Co-founder of Y Combinator; essayist
“Q: What should I read to learn more about history PG: Here are the most exciting ones I can think of.”
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