About this episode

Michael Finch discusses the book 'Makers of Modern Strategy' and its impact on understanding military strategy during global conflict.

In 1943, the book "Makers of Modern Strategy" was released and was an immediate success. The editor, Edward Mead Earle, had hoped to offer the public a historical lens through which to understand a world in the midst of a global war. Joining us to talk about the book, its intellectual history, and legacy is Michael Finch. Finch is the author of "Making Makers: The Past, The Present, and the Study of War."

People in this episode

Host: prbeckman

Guest: Michael Finch

Topics covered

• military strategy
• historical analysis
• intellectual history
• global war
• book discussion

Keywords

• Edward Mead Earle
• Makers of Modern Strategy
• Michael Finch
• military history
• strategy

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Makers of Modern Strategy, Making Makers: The Past, The Present, and the Study of War

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