Customer Review: This book succeeds in its goal of demolishing myths of primitive societies. Myth #1: Primitive societies are egalitarian Primitive societies may not have as much "stuff" as modern societies, but there are still goods that are scarce and valued, such as food, tools, and women (since... more info
Customer Review: In writing a book which attempts to cover all of the history of black soldiers in "America's Wars", obviously not every black combat unit can be mentioned much less discussed. But here, Edgerton purports to recognize the "hidden heroism" of America's black soldiers. That he has failed in his book to... more info
Customer Review: Covers a range of topics written in clear, diverse voices. Excellent introduction to the field, the range of topics studied, and directions for future work.
Customer Review: _The Fall of the Asante Empire_ by Robert B. Edgerton is a rather engaging book that can be read on several levels. It is an account of one of the last existing preliterate sub-Saharan African civilizations, the author providing speculation and first-hand contemporary accounts of one of the most... more info
Customer Review: Edgerton's book about the Crimean War does not just cover the battles. It covers the British society of that time who thought a war would be a fine thing because they hadn't had one in 40 years. It covers the stupidity of the British high command, both on the spot and in Britain, and the suffering... more info
Customer Review: I think the previous reviewers are a bit harsh on the author. The book never promises to be a most authorative history on the Congo, but it nevertheless includes a 10 page bibliography. Edgerton has travelled to the Congo, and he shows appreciation for the country and deep empathy for the Congolese... more info
Customer Review: This is a provocative study, with some insights into how the Chinese and Japanese view each other and their respective views on the west. The broader theme is that "human nature can be shockingly dark." The early chapters describe Japan's military history. Next, came a litany of bad behavior by... more info
