The Shortest History of War

In this timely addition to the bestselling Shortest History series, acclaimed historian Gwynne Dyer tells the story of war from its prehistoric - perhaps pre-human - origins up to the present age of algorithms and atom bombs. This vivid, clear-sighted book is vital reading for anyone who wants to understand the role of war in the long human story: why we do it - and how we can stop. Read in a day. Remember for a lifetime.