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Fatal Victories

The fatal victory is one where battlefield success is achieved by an unwitting sacrifice of grand strategy that later results in the loss of the war. Weir examines 14 such episodes in detail. From classical conflicts to the wars of religion and succession to the modern era with its civil wars, popular uprisings, and global conflicts, Weir shows that defeat has often been snatched from the jaws of victory.

By William Weir

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Hardcover:

9780208023612 | Archon Books, June 1, 1993, cover price $35.00 | About this edition: The fatal victory is one where battlefield success is achieved by an unwitting sacrifice of grand strategy that later results in the loss of the war.

Paperback:

9781493649532 | Createspace Independent Pub, June 15, 2014, cover price $12.95

9781933648125 | Pegasus Books, October 1, 2006, cover price $14.95

9780380723591 | Reprint edition (Avon Books, August 1, 1995), cover price $12.50

History's Greatest Lies: The Startling Truths Behind World Events Our History Books Got Wrong

By William Weir

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9780785830603 | Reprint edition (Book Sales, July 26, 2013), cover price $12.99

9781592333363 | Fair Winds Pr, January 1, 2009, cover price $19.99

Miscellaneous:

9781616734374 | Creative Pub Intl, April 1, 2010, cover price $19.99

9781222200133 | Fair Winds Pr, January 1, 2009, cover price $19.99

The Wright Brothers: The First to Fly

The Wright Brothers: The First to Fly was written to support the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts. Beautiful illustrations and period photographs, paired with carefully leveled text, share the story of the Wright brothers. A chart that shows when, which, and how far each brother flew is also included. CCSS English Language Arts Strands & Standards: Literacy.RI.1.9, Literacy.L.1.2

By William Weir

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9781448888634 | Rosen Pub Group, August 1, 2012, cover price $8.25 | About this edition: The Wright Brothers: The First to Fly was written to support the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts.

Library:

9781448885978 | Powerkids Pr, August 10, 2012, cover price $23.60

The Fiercest Fighters, What Makes a Warrior Great?: Comparing the Dominant Armies Before Gun Powder to the Elite Soldiers of Today to Reveal the Traits That Create the Strongest Soldiers of All Time

By William Weir

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9781592334841 | Fair Winds Pr, September 1, 2012, cover price $18.99

Secrets of Warfare: Exposing the Myths and Hidden History of Weapons and Battles

Product Description: You've already heard about the first Civil War battle between the ironclad warships the Monitor and the Merrimac, and about why Custer's last stand was, well, his last, but have you heard about the incredibly fast and maneuverable airship Dr...read more

By William Weir

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9781601631558 | New Page Books, August 15, 2011, cover price $15.99 | About this edition: You've already heard about the first Civil War battle between the ironclad warships the Monitor and the Merrimac, and about why Custer's last stand was, well, his last, but have you heard about the incredibly fast and maneuverable airship Dr.

Guerrilla Warfare

Product Description: The twentieth century produced scores of such conflicts, whether as sideshows of the world wars or as the main events in wars of revolution or liberation. "Guerrilla Warfare" examines twenty-one of these conflicts, shedding light on the remarkable capabilities of unconventional fighters to outlast and defeat their enemies...read more

By William Weir

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9788182744080 | Gardners Books, August 30, 2009, cover price $59.20 | About this edition: The twentieth century produced scores of such conflicts, whether as sideshows of the world wars or as the main events in wars of revolution or liberation.

Guerrilla Warfare: Irregular Warfare in the Twentieth Century

By William Weir

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9780811734974 | Stackpole Books, October 30, 2008, cover price $16.95

The Weir Group: The History of a Scottish Engineering Legend, 1872-2008

In 1871, two brothers, George and James Weir, founded the engineering firm of G & J Weir, one of a booming range of industry on the west coast of Scotland. At their Cathcart works in Glasgow, the Weirs produced their own groundbreaking inventions, all crucial to the development of steam ships at that time.

By William Weir

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9781861978868 | Profile Books Ltd, September 28, 2007, cover price $36.00 | About this edition: In 1871, two brothers, George and James Weir, founded the engineering firm of G & J Weir, one of a booming range of industry on the west coast of Scotland.

50 Military Leaders Who Changed the World

By William Weir

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Hardcover:

9781564148667 | 1 edition (Career Pr Inc, December 31, 2006), cover price $24.99

50 Weapons That Changed Warfare

By William Weir

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9781564147561 | New Page Books, February 1, 2005, cover price $24.99

The Encyclopedia of African American Military History

Designed to provide overdue recognition of the contributions of African-American military personnel to the history of America, this definitive reference features more than three hundred entries that include the accomplishments of individuals and military units, as well as information on battles, wars, policy and legislation, historical incidents, and more.

By Molefi Kete Asante (foreword by), Lloyd Newton (other contributor) and William Weir

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9781591021698 | Prometheus Books, July 1, 2004, cover price $110.99 | About this edition: Designed to provide overdue recognition of the contributions of African-American military personnel to the history of America, this definitive reference features more than three hundred entries that include the accomplishments of individuals and military units, as well as information on battles, wars, policy and legislation, historical incidents, and more.

50 Battles That Changed the World: The Conflicts That Most Influenced the Course of History

Product Description: Rather than celebrating warfare, 50 Battles That Changed The World looks at the clashes the author believes have had the most profound impact on world history. Listed in order of their relevance to the modern world, they range from the ancient past to the present day and span the globe many times over...read more

By William Weir

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9781564144911 | New Page Books, August 1, 2001, cover price $24.99 | About this edition: Describes fifty battles that had a significant impact on world history, from the ancient past to the present day, and includes profiles of key figures, timelines, and a glossary of military terms.

Paperback:

9781564147462 | Reprint edition (New Page Books, March 1, 2004), cover price $19.99 | About this edition: Rather than celebrating warfare, 50 Battles That Changed the World looks at the clashes the author believes have had the most profound impact on world history.

CD/Spoken Word:

9781593161057 | Abridged edition (Listen & Live Audio, June 30, 2008), cover price $27.95 | About this edition: Rather than celebrating warfare, 50 Battles That Changed The World looks at the clashes the author believes have had the most profound impact on world history.

Written With Lead: America's Most Famous and Notorious Gunfights from the Revolutionary War to Today

Product Description: Written with Lead offers a compelling narrative history of twenty-one tragic episodes in American history-all involving firearms, heroes, and the ongoing public fascination with guns and gunfighters. Spotlighting events such as the St...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

By William Weir

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9780815412892 | 1 edition (Cooper Square Pub, November 1, 2003), cover price $17.95 | About this edition: Written with Lead offers a compelling narrative history of twenty-one tragic episodes in American history-all involving firearms, heroes, and the ongoing public fascination with guns and gunfighters.

Soldiers in the Shadows: Unknown Warriors Who Changed the Course of History

Product Description: Just about everyone has heard of Julius Caesar, Alexander the Great, and Napoleon, three historical figures who, for better or worse, radically changed the world. But what about William Walker, Fred Ward, and John Singleton Mosby? They didn't live centuries ago and what they did also changed the world we live in...read more

By William Weir

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9781564146298 | New Page Books, October 1, 2002, cover price $24.99 | About this edition: Just about everyone has heard of Julius Caesar, Alexander the Great, and Napoleon, three historical figures who, for better or worse, radically changed the world.

A Well Regulated Militia: The Battle over Gun Control

Discusses the origins of the arguments of both supporters and opponents of gun control, and argues that both sides distort the facts and ignore the social causes of violence (view table of contents)

By William Weir

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9780208024237 | Archon Books, March 1, 1997, cover price $35.00 | About this edition: Discusses the origins of the arguments of both supporters and opponents of gun control, and argues that both sides distort the facts and ignore the social causes of violence

Written With Lead: Legendary American Gunfights and Gunfighters

Examines eighteen episodes in American history involving firearms, heroes, and the popular portrayal and mythic nature of guns and gunfighters

By William Weir

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9780208023193 | Reissue edition (Archon Books, February 1, 1997), cover price $32.50 | About this edition: Examines eighteen episodes in American history involving firearms, heroes, and the popular portrayal and mythic nature of guns and gunfighters

In the Shadow of the Dope Fiend: America's War on Drugs

Argues that the myth of the 'dope fiend' has led to the failure of various attempted wars on drugs, as well as government involvement with organized crime and other abuses of power

By William Weir

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9780208023841 | Archon Books, February 1, 1997, cover price $35.00 | About this edition: Argues that the myth of the 'dope fiend' has led to the failure of various attempted wars on drugs, as well as government involvement with organized crime and other abuses of power

Dealing With Depression

Product Description: What is depression? What is the difference between just being "down" and being depressed? What causes depression and how can you deal with it? The authors of this book - a priest and a psychologist - work with people "heavily burdened" by depression...read more

By Russell Abate and William Weir

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Paperback:

9780892431700 | Liguori Pubns, December 1, 1982, cover price $3.50 | About this edition: What is depression?

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