"Books that are perfect to pop in your pocket now packaged to make the ideal gift! Five of the best-selling introductory books on war from the highly acclaimed Very Short Introductions series packaged in a stylish case to make the ideal gift or way-in to the complex area of war and conflict throughout history. This boxed set gives a great introductory overview to the subject of war, from the strategy and philosophy of ancient warfare, the legacy of the French Revolution, and the impact of the Cold War. Ancient Warfare: A Very Short Introduction by Harry Sidebottom ISBN-10: 0-19-280470-7/ ISBN-13: 978-0-19-280470-9 'This is a little book which is jam-packed with ideas and insights. This book offers an interesting and invigorating read.' TLS Harry Sidebottom explores the ways in which ancient society thought about conflict: Can a war be just? Why was siege warfare particularly bloody? What role did divine intervention play in the outcome of a battle? The Cold War: A Very Short Introduction by Robert J.McMahon ISBN-10: 0-19-280178-3/ ISBN-13: 978-0-19-280178-4 The massive disorder and economic ruin following the Second World War inevitably predetermined the scope and intensity of the Cold War. But why did it last so long? And what impact did it have on the United States, the Soviet Union, Europe, and the Third World? The Crusades: A Very Short Introduction by Christopher Tyerman ISBN-10: 0-19-280655-6/ ISBN-13: 978-0-19-280655-0 'An excellent outline of current historical thinking' Sunday Times With customary flair and originality, Christopher Tyerman picks his way through the many debates to present a clear and lively discussion of the Crusades; bringing together issues of colonialism, cultural exchange, economic exploitation, and the relationship between past and present. The French Revolution: A Very Short Introduction by William Doyle ISBN-10: 0-19-285396-1/ ISBN-13: 978-0-19-285396-7 '[William Doyle] writes on the French Revolution with more understanding, balanc