The Anatomy of Victory: Battle Tactics 1689-1763

by Brent Nosworthy

The years 1689-1763 were years of transition in the military science. Many books have been written about the battles of that period, but few tell how the soldiers actually fought those battles using the weapons at hand. This book does. Painstakingly researched, and using actual battles for illustration, it tells the reader the "how" and "why" about the tactics used by infantry, cavalry and artillery. Well written, it provides a valuable resource to historians and history lovers of that long ago age.

Genres: History, Military History, Nonfiction

411 pages, Hardcover

First published May 1, 1990

About the author

Brent Nosworthy is a game designer, author, and military historian from Providence, Rhode Island.

Reviews

[Dean Marquis · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very well resereached book ;however, definitely not casual reading.

[Dean Marquis · Rating 4 out of 5]

A must read for readers who even vaguely interested into that era of warfare. It us transitionary from pike to shot. It's also more then just that. It is a Transitional period from the Renaissance to the Wars of Enlightenment.
His writing style is clear and precise like the blow from a Heavy Cavalry Sword.

[John · Rating 4 out of 5]

An in depth look at the tactics of warfare from 1689 to 1763. You have to have a serious interest in the subject matter to appreciate this book, but if you do then it's a must read.

[Sean Chick · Rating 4 out of 5]

A must have even if his discussion of Austria is rather limited. Part III is perhaps too technical and only deals with France and Prussia. Prose will not excite but is better than expected.