Besieged
Paul K. Davis
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Besieged
Published
2008
Publisher
ABC-CLIO
Pages
376
ISBN-13
9781576075449
Description
From Joshua's assault on Jericho in the 15th century B.C. to the Russian attack on the Chechen capital of Grozny at the end of the 20th century, siege warfare has been a recurring theme in the human story. Again and again, engineers have built supposedly impregnable fortifications, only to see them overrun by an ingenious enemy.In Besieged, military historian Paul F. Davis analyzes the most crucial sieges in world history, such as the siege of Leningrad, which weakened the Nazi forces in World War II, and that of the Alamo, which culminated in independence for Texas. He also describes important sieges unfamiliar to most readers, such as that of Arcot, where a British victory halted the French takeover of southern India. In engaging, accessible language, Davis tracks the invention of new technologies, analyzes innovative tactics, and tells the human story of conditions both inside and outside the city walls.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Besieged?
This edition of Besieged has approximately 376 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Besieged?
For most readers, Besieged typically takes between 7h 50m and 5h 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 94,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 16m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 13 days • Estimated word count: 94,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Besieged?
The estimated word count for Besieged is approximately 94,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Besieged?
Besieged was written by Paul K. Davis.
When was Besieged published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2008. The original work may have been published on a different date.