The Pursuit of Power by William H. McNeill Reviews Summary
Ratings Breakdown
Rated 4.5 by 91 people
Pros from Reviews
- Densely-written and erudite
- Interesting illustrations
- Broad themes of historical change
- Important for history enthusiasts
- Clear and profound insights
- Excellent overview of military history
- Thorough look at military history
- Brilliant examination of warfare and political power
Cons from Reviews
- Not light reading
- Demanding in terms of historical knowledge
- Loses narrative thread
- Incomplete chapter on XX century
- Disputable generalizations
- Long sentences and difficult words
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