The Art of War by Cyril Falls (Hardback, 1961, Oxford University Press)

This is a fascinating original hardback edition of Cyril Falls' "The Art of War: From the Age of Napoleon to the Present Day," published by Oxford University Press in 1961. This insightful work offers a comprehensive look at the evolution of warfare from the Napoleonic era right up to the mid-20th century. While not the ancient classic by Sun Tzu, Falls' examination provides a valuable historical perspective on military strategy and its development.

The book comes complete with its original dust jacket, a desirable feature for collectors. The overall condition is good for its age, showing only minor shelf wear consistent with handling and storage, but importantly, there is no significant damage to the binding or pages.

You'll notice some slight discolouration of the pages, which is entirely consistent with a book of this vintage and its natural ageing process. It remains a genuine piece of history in itself, reflecting the thoughts on warfare from the early 1960s, and would make a wonderful addition for any history enthusiast or collector of military non-fiction.