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A compelling guide to prediction, a subject that is vital to modern existence.

Exploring the afterlife, Adolf Hitler discovers Hell to be surprisingly monotonous rather than torturous. His despair deepens upon realizing he will never reunite with his cherished German Shepherd, Blondi, as all dogs ascend to Heaven. This unique premise delves into themes of isolation and the consequences of actions, offering a satirical take on one of history's most infamous figures.

Here renowned military historian Martin van Creveld has compiled a concise guide to the history of war in 100 key events. With intriguing facts and a worldwide range, War in 100 Events is an immensely entertaining volume for military buffs and laymen alike.

A modern, comprehensive, easy to read and understand theory of war for the 21st century - from guerrilla war to nuclear war, war underwater to war in (cyber) space.

Explores the history and development of wargames, and how they relate to real war and society in general.

[A] brisk, original, and authoritative history. --New York Times Book Review

Many consider conscience to be one of the most important, if not the fundamental quality that distinguishes humans from animals on one hand and machines on the other. However, what "is" conscience? Is it a product of our biological roots, as Darwin thought, or is it a purely social invention? If so, how did it come into the world? Beginning in ancient Egypt Martin van Creveld explores conscience throughout history, ranging across numerous subjects from human rights to health and the environment. Along the way he considers the evolution of conscience in its myriad, occasionally strange, and ever-surprising permutations. Individual chapters are devoted to Japan, China, and the Nazis, as well as the most recent discoveries in robotics and neuroscience. The book concludes by arguing that, the claims of the artificial intelligence community notwithstanding, we are no closer to understanding the nature of conscience than we have ever been. As one computer expert has said, we shall probably build machines able to mimic conscience before we know what it really is.

The definitive one-volume history of Israel by its most distinguished historian From its Zionist beginnings at the end of the nineteenth century through the past sixty, tumultuous years, the state of Israel has been, as van Creveld argues, "the greatest success story in the entire twentieth century." In this crisp volume, he skillfully relates the improbable story of a nationless people who, given a hot and arid patch of land and coping with every imaginable obstacle, founded a country that is now the envy of surrounding states. While most studies on Israel focus on the political, this encompassing history weaves together the nation's economic, social, cultural and religious narratives while also offering diplomatic solutions to help Israel achieve peace. Without question, this is the best one-volume history of Israel and its people.

A renowned military historian explores the concept of the culture of war that details the human fascination with the art of war, describing such facets of the phenomenon as war games, literature, ceremonies, customs, art, literature, and other examples. 15,000 first printing.