The Warrior Ethos

by Steven Pressfield
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Good Books rating 3.5
History, Political, Military, Adventure
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  • ID: 8155
  • Added: 2025-12-20
  • Updated: 2025-12-20
  • ISBN: 9781936891016
  • Publisher: Black Irish Entertainment LLC
  • Published: 2011-03-02
  • Reviews: 3

The Warrior Ethos delves into the enduring principles that define warriors throughout history, from the ancient Spartans and Athenians to modern military leaders like George Patton and Moshe Dayan. It examines the evolution of the warrior code of honor and mental toughness, drawing from historical sources and figures to illustrate its timeless relevance. /n/n This book is not just for those in uniform but for anyone seeking to understand and apply the warrior ethos in their personal and professional lives. It offers insights into how this code can help individuals define their purpose, integrity, and sense of self in today's world.

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OMDventures · 2020-12-17
inspiring 3.50

The book is filled with testosterone-fueled stories of warrior culture, making it a short but impactful read. It's a great introduction to the mindset of warriors.

This book is a quick read that packs a punch with its stories of warrior culture. It's not a deep dive into the nuances of different warrior societies, but it does a great job of capturing the essence of the warrior ethos. The stories are engaging and will leave you feeling inspired and motivated. It's a great book for anyone looking to understand the mindset of warriors, whether you're a history buff or just someone who appreciates a good story.

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    A short read that pumps the reader with some testosterone stories of warrior culture.

    Though I've never read Pressfield's novels, I love the War of Art and Turning Pro.

    It's a great introduction to the mindset of warriors.

Bob's Books · 2017-12-16
provocative 3.00

The book is a short and enjoyable read that provokes thought about warrior cultures. It doesn't delve deeply into the nuances but offers a provocative perspective.

The Warrior Ethos is a short, enjoyable, and thought-provoking read. It doesn't claim to be an in-depth analysis of warrior cultures, and that's okay. It offers a provocative perspective that will make you think about the warrior mindset. The book is filled with stories and anecdotes that illustrate the ethos of warriors, and it's a great read for anyone interested in military history or the psychology of warfare.

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    The Warrior Ethos is a short, enjoyable and provocative read.

    It is not a deep look at warrior cultures, nor does he examine nuances or complexities.

    It is a great read for anyone interested in military history or the psychology of warfare.

DVIDS Hub · 2012-01-19
engaging 4.00

The book is both engaging and entertaining, offering intellectual depth beyond many contemporary works. It serves as a basic primer on the mindset of warriors.

This book is not only engaging and entertaining, but it also offers intellectual depth that surpasses many other contemporary works. It's a great primer on the mindset of warriors, particularly Spartans and other warrior societies. The book is filled with stories and anecdotes that illustrate the ethos of warriors, and it's a great read for anyone interested in military history or the psychology of warfare. The writing is punchy and accessible, making it a great choice for both casual readers and those with a deeper interest in the subject.

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    This book is not only engaging and entertaining, but is intellectual beyond the level of many other contemporary works.

    The ideas Pressfield presents are thought-provoking and will leave you with a new perspective on the warrior mindset.

    It's a great primer on the mindset of warriors, particularly Spartans and other warrior societies.

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