Strategikon

Maurice's Strategikon: Handbook of Byzantine Military Strategy translated by George T. Dennis

This is definitely a book for a select audience. Those are interested in Byzantine military matters will find it very useful. All sorts of things from the use of hunting as training for war, to what to do with your baggage train, to why you should always have a reserve, to discussions of various foes and what tactics to use with each.

The Black Arrow

The Black Arrow by Robert Louis Stevenson

Action and adventure during the War of the Roses.

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the eyes have it

When writing description in a story, always remember the point of view.

And when NOT writing description in a story, always remember the point of view.

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