The product is a 2012 textbook on history titled "Masters of War: History's Greatest Strategic Thinkers" by Andrew R. Wilson. It is in DVD format and intended for adult and further education. The content covers strategic thinkers throughout history. The publisher is Teaching Company, LLC, T.H.E. and the language is English. The product is described as new and sealed. Masters of War: History's Greatest Strategic Thinkers is a lecture series by Dr. Andrew R. Wilson, a professor at the U.S. Naval War College. It is part of The Great Courses series, which explores military strategy through the insights of history’s most renowned strategists. Overview Dr. Wilson examines the key principles, theories, and strategies of some of the greatest military minds in history. The course covers a range of strategists, from Sun Tzu and Machiavelli to Clausewitz and Mahan, analyzing their works and their relevance to modern military and political conflicts. Key Topics Covered • Ancient Warfare Strategy – Sun Tzu’s The Art of War and Thucydides’ historical analysis. • Renaissance Early Modern Strategy – Machiavelli’s statecraft and Jomini’s operational strategy. • Modern Warfare Theories – Clausewitz’s On War, Mahan’s naval strategy, and modern strategic thought. Why It’s Valuable • Deep Analysis of Strategic Thinkers – Understanding their theories helps in military, business, and political strategy. • Lessons from History – Examines how strategic principles have been applied in real conflicts. • Practical Insights – Helps professionals and students think critically about strategic decision-making. Here are the specifications for Masters of War: History's Greatest Strategic Thinkers by Dr. Andrew R. Wilson: Course Details • Instructor: Andrew R. Wilson, Ph.D., Professor at the U.S. Naval War College • Publisher: The Great Courses • Format: Video (DVD) • Number of Lectures: 24 • Lecture Length: Approximately 30 minutes per lecture • Total Running Time: ~12 hours • Language: English Content Breakdown • Focuses on key strategic thinkers throughout history • Covers ancient, medieval, and modern strategic theories • Analyzes famous works like The Art of War (Sun Tzu), On War (Clausewitz), and others • Discusses applications in military, political, and business strategy