Amid all of the criticisms of America's war in Iraq, one essential voice has remained silent—until now. In his groundbreaking new memoir, Wiser in Battle, Lieutenant General Ricardo S. Sanchez, former commander of coalition forces in Iraq, reports back from the front lines of the global war on terror to provide a comprehensive and chilling exploration of America's historic military and foreign policy blunder.
With unflinching candor, Sanchez describes the chaos on the Iraqi battlefield caused by the Bush administration's misguided command of the military, as well as his own struggle to set the coalition on the path toward victory. Sanchez illuminates the fallout of the communication breakdown between the leadership on the front and the politicians in Washington, revealing fractious discussions he had with, among others, Ambassador Paul Bremer and Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld.
Drawing on his tenure on the ground, Sanchez shows how minor insurgent attacks grew into synchronized operations that finally ignited into a major insurgency and all-out civil war. He provides an insider's account of the Abu Ghraib prison scandal, explaining the circumstances that led to the abuses, who perpetrated them, and what the formal investigations revealed—all the while reflecting on America's objectionable use of torture and the grave need for the country's leadership to pursue an ethical course of action in the war on terror. Sanchez also details the cynical use of the Iraq War for political gain in Washington and shows how the pressure of an around-the-clock news cycle drove and distorted critical battle decisions, such as troop drawdowns, the fight for Fallujah, and the transfer of sovereignty.
In addition, Sanchez shares the story of his career. He tells of the journey from his poverty-stricken youth on the Texas banks of the Rio Grande to joining the Reserve Officers' Training Corps at sixteen and later serving in Kosovo, Desert Shield and Desert Storm, and, ultimately, Iraq. At the time of his retirement, Sanchez was the highest-ranking Hispanic in the U.S. Army.
The first book written by a former on-site commander in Iraq, Wiser in Battle is essential reading for all who wish to understand the current war and the American military's role in the new century.

Wiser in Battle: A Soldier's Story

Biographies & Memoirs

Phillips, Donald T.

Sanchez, Ricardo S.

Community & Culture

Harper

En medio de las críticas a la guerra de los Estados Unidos en Irak, una voz esencial ha permanecido en silencio. . . hasta ahora. En su revolucionaria historia, En tiempos de guerra, el Teniente General Ricardo S. Sanchez, ex comandante de las fuerzas de coalición en Irak, nos trae un informe desde la línea de fuego de la guerra global contra el terrorismo. Aquí nos presenta una investigación exhaustiva y escalofriante de los históricos errores garrafales de los Estados Unidos en materia militar y de política exterior. Basándose en su permanencia en la zona de conflicto, Sanchez nos brinda una franca descripción del caos en el campo de batalla en Irak, producto del desacertado manejo del ejército por parte de la administración de Bush, así como su propia lucha para colocar a la coalición en el camino hacia la victoria. Sanchez saca a la luz las consecuencias de la interrupción en la comunicación entre el mando en el frente de batalla y los políticos en Washington, revelando discusiones polémicas que mantuvo con, entre otros, el Embajador Paul Bremer y el Secretario de Defensa Donald Rumsfeld. Además, Sanchez comparte la historia de su carrera. Cuenta su trayecto desde su juventud pobre a orillas del Río Grande en Texas hasta su incorporación al Cuerpo de Entrenamiento de Oficiales de Reserva a los dieciséis años su posterior servicio en Kosovo, las operaciones Escudo del Desierto y Tormenta del Desierto y, finalmente, Irak. Cuando se retiró, Sanchez era el hispano de mayor rango en el ejército de los Estados Unidos. Como primer libro escrito por un ex-Comandante apostado en Irak, En tiempos de guerra es de lectura obligatoria para todo aquel que desee entender la guerra actual y el rol del ejército de los Estados Unidos en el nuevo siglo.

En tiempos de guerra: La historia de un soldado (Spanish Edition)

History

Middle East

Rayo

The Clinton Charisma is a fascinating, prescriptive guide that reveals the former president's complex leadership techniques, including his attention to public opinion, his ability to take quick corrective action, and his efficient damage control in the face of political and personal difficulty. From diversity to decisiveness, from consensus to compromise, each chapter explores how Clinton employed important leadership principles and the ways in which they were--or were not--effective. The author asks in the introduction, "Are there lessons to be learned from his time in office--from his damage control strategies, from his ability to implement diversity, or from his decision-making process?" The answer, as Donald T. Phillips's The Clinton Charisma makes compellingly clear, is yes.

The Clinton Charisma: A Legacy of Leadership

Leaders & Notable People

St. Martin's: Griffin

Vince Lombardi, whom many believe to be the greatest football coach in the history of the sport, is both a household name and an icon. He is not only renowned in the sports world, but also in business and industry for his exceptional leadership skills. In Run to Win, acclaimed author Don Phillips examines Lombardi's famous coaching style by painting a picture of a fascinating individual, a man whose ingenious leadership helped lead his teams to nine playoff victories in a row, including wins in the first two Super Bowls. By extracting powerful lessons from a man who could both lead and inspire, Phillips gets to the heart of what made Lombardi great and shows readers what it takes to be a winner. At the same time, this groundbreaking book tells the inspiring story of Lombardi's ten-year career with the Green Bay Packers and Washington Redskins, complete with anecdotes, quotes, and Lombardi Principles that show why this legendary coach continues to be a role model for effective leadership in business today. Totally accessible and utterly fascinating, Run to Win empowers readers with the knowledge to succeed in business, while entertaining them with tales of a man whose ability to win under any circumstance is unsurpassed in the history of professional sports.

Run to Win: Vince Lombardi on Coaching and Leadership

St.Martin's Press

Vince Lombardi, whom many believe to be the greatest football coach in the history of the sport, is both a household name and an icon. He is not only renowned in the sports world, but also in business and industry for his exceptional leadership skills. In Run to Win, acclaimed author Don Phillips examines Lombardi's famous coaching style by painting a picture of a fascinating individual, a man whose ingenious leadership helped lead his teams to nine playoff victories in a row, including wins in the first two Super Bowls. 
By extracting powerful lessons from a man who could both lead and inspire, Phillips gets to the heart of what made Lombardi great and shows readers what it takes to be a winner. At the same time, this groundbreaking book tells the inspiring story of Lombardi's ten-year career with the Green Bay Packers and Washington Redskins, complete with anecdotes, quotes, and Lombardi Principles that show why this legendary coach continues to be a role model for effective leadership in business today.
Totally accessible and utterly fascinating, Donald T. Phillips's Run to Win empowers readers with the knowledge to succeed in business, while entertaining them with tales of a man whose ability to win under any circumstance is unsurpassed in the history of professional sports.

Lincoln on Leadership is the first book to examine Abraham Lincoln's diverse leadership abilities and how they can be applied to today's complex world. You think you have it rough? Only ten days before Abraham Lincoln took the oath of office in 1861, the Confederate States of America seceded from the Union, taking all Federal agencies, forts, and arenas within their territory. To make matters worse, Lincoln, who was elected by a minority of the popular vote, was thought of by his own advisors as nothing more than a gawky second-rate country lawyer with no leadership experience. What Lincoln did to become our most honored and revered president is history; now his wisdom and leadership philosophy can help you run your business. In Lincoln on Leadership you'll discover why you should: <ul>
<li>Seize the initiative and never relinquish it.</li>
<li>Wage only one war at a time.</li>
<li>Avoid issuing order and instead request, imply, or make suggestions.</li>
<li>Once in a while, let things slip, unbeknownst-like</li>
<li>... and much much more.</li>
</ul>

Lincoln on Leadership: Executive Strategies for Tough Times

Business & Money

Management & Leadership

Warner Books, Inc.

A guide to business leadership based on the strategies of Abraham Lincoln focuses on the President's most difficult decisions during the Civil War, offering lessons based on his experiences for today's businessperson

GRAND CENTRAL PUB.

Extracts valuable lessons on business leadership from the story of the Founding Fathers' struggle to create a new nation. Shows how figures such as Thomas Paine, James Madison, and Benjamin Franklin faced challenges and dissension in their own ranks with a vision from which they would not stray. Includes checklists of organizational, management, strategic, and leadership lessons learned from the leaders of the American Revolution. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

The Founding Fathers on Leadership: Classic Teamwork in Changing Times

The author of Lincoln on Leadership analyzes Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s leadership of the Civil Rights movement, from his commitment to peaceful means to his powerful optimism, and applies them to the challenges of business management.

Martin Luther King, Jr., on Leadership: Inspiration and Wisdom for Challenging Times

Grand Central Publishing

Leading with the Heart: Coach K's Successful Strategies for Basketball, Business, and Life

Duke University's basketball coach shares his insights into the secrets of success in business and in life

Krzyzewski, Mike

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Wiser in Battle: A Soldier's Story

En tiempos de guerra: La historia de un soldado (Spanish Edition)

The Clinton Charisma: A Legacy of Leadership

Run to Win: Vince Lombardi on Coaching and Leadership

Run to Win: Vince Lombardi on Coaching and Leadership

Lincoln on Leadership: Executive Strategies for Tough Times

Lincoln on Leadership: Executive Strategies for Tough Times

The Founding Fathers on Leadership: Classic Teamwork in Changing Times

Martin Luther King, Jr., on Leadership: Inspiration and Wisdom for Challenging Times

Leading with the Heart: Coach K's Successful Strategies for Basketball, Business, and Life