John Ellis Books

The author explores in detail the history of mounted warfare, which is essentially a history of war itself. For over 3,000 years, the mounted warrior was a dominant figure; the mobility and speed of the horse were invaluable, and the charge often defined the moment of any battle. This is a highly readable, well-researched history that will delight everyone interested in military history and those captivated by the special 'romance' of the horse in warfare.

This revised edition of a standard textbook combines an examination of the cinema and television industries with a detailed analysis of their aesthetic and semiotic characteristics. John Ellis draws on his experience as an independent television producer to provide a comprehensive and challenging overview of the place of film, television and video in our daily lives and their future prospects in a changing media landscape.

Focusing on seven revolutionary armies, the book explores the interplay between political ideals and military organization from Cromwell's New Model Army to Mao Zedong's Red Army. It delves into the challenges of mobilization, the necessity of maintaining discipline, and the impact of social stability on military effectiveness. Through historical analysis, it highlights how these factors shaped the success and failures of revolutionary movements.

Examines the actual physical and mental experiences of the American and British front-line soldier in World War II. This book is the result of research among memoirs published and unpublished and little-known official records in an attempt to explain what war meant to the individual soldier.