Soldier: A Visual History of the Fighting Man , written by acclaimed military historian R.G. Grant and published by DK , is a definitive pictorial record of the frontline warrior. Spanning over 2,500 years of combat, the book offers a visceral, person-centered look at the individuals who have fought for tribes, empires, and nations—from ancient Greek hoplites to modern special forces. The Frontline Perspective
The 360-page book is organized into six major historical chapters: Soldier: A Visual History of the Fighting Man - Books
Eyewitness stories from the field that illustrate the daily reality of training, living conditions, and the "visceral experience of battle".
Innovative "photographic tours" that place readers inside the spaces where soldiers lived and fought, such as Viking longships, fortresses, and the cockpits of B-17 bombers. A Chronological Journey