Description
About the Author
Darren Moore served in the Australian Army for seventeen years and held the rank of major when he left the service. He is a graduate of the Australian Defence Force Academy, the Royal Military College, Duntroon and the Australian Command and Staff College.
Reviews
'Darren Moore's book really gets inside the soldier's mind and benefits from setting out the record without sentiment. It is a timely and unvarnished reminder of the reality of warfare which should be read by anyone who seeks to understand the burden of war.' -- Martin Bell OBE
'This is a powerful book, and should be read by anyone contemplating taking the queen's shilling.' -- Max Arthur, Lady Magazine
'Moore's work serves as a valuable reminder of the real cost of war to the soldiers who actually carry out the fighting, and run the risk of death or appalling injuries, and should be essential reading for any political leader considering a resort to force.' -- History of War
'...a fine work of military history. It deserves to do well.' -- War Books Review
'An intriguing look at the emotion, psychology and politics that underpin soldiering.... The Soldier is a valuable reminder of the real cost of conflict to the soldiers who run the risk of mutilation or death. This is essential reading for any military leader or practitioner.' -- Soldier Magazine
'[a] thoughtful study of the impact of fighting on the individual soldier in which [Moore] examines the process by which, armies try to 'develop an empathetic distance' between new recruits and the enemy they might face one day' -- Daily Mail
'A very rich book that thoroughly explores the psychology and behaviour of the soldier on the frontline' -- Military Illustrated
Book Information
ISBN 9781848310797
Author Darren Moore
Format Hardback
Page Count 560
Imprint Icon Books
Publisher Icon Books