C S Forester Books

Cecil Scott Forester was an English novelist celebrated for his tales of adventure and military crusades. His works often delve into themes of courage, leadership, and the human will confronting adversity, particularly within naval settings. Forester masterfully portrayed character psychology and vividly depicted historical milieus, offering readers immersive experiences.

The General
320 pages
12 hours of reading
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The book John Kelly reads every time he gets a promotion to remind him of 'the perils of hubris, the pitfalls of patriotism and duty unaccompanied by critical thinking' The most vivid, moving - and devastating - word-portrait of a World War One British commander ever written, here re-introduced by Max Hastings.

The General