Face of Battle

Dry, but interesting. Not my typical read. Feels a bit dated in conceptions about nations and races, despite seeming to be a relatively recent audiobook production. Pleasant, glad I read it, not sure I'd recommend it to anyone though.

It is an interesting look at what is happening around and in the minds of those who are actually fighting the battles. Keegan delves into the idea that commander's intent and how things are supposed to go and look like they go on the map are a part of military studies, it is also essential to grasp the experience of the common soldier. He moves through three battles, though this is not a history. In each he breaks them down and tries to examine different facets such as infantry vs infantry engagements, the wounded and other low level perspectives including snippets from participants to build a picture of the battlefield experience. It is an interesting look and worth the read to clarify an issue few others seem to have dealt with.