Challenge of Command (West Point Military History Series) [Paperback]

Roger H. Nye (Author)

Book Description

Series: West Point Military History Series | Publication Date: October 1, 2001

An insightful combat-arms officer, Colonel Nye has produced a one-of-a-kind tool for the professional officer who intends to master his profession. A handbook for mentors as well as junior officers, this work guides the reader through the major aspects of command: developing a professional vision and being a tactician, warrior, moral arbiter, strategist, and mentor. Each topic includes a thought-provoking essay based on interviews and personal reflection, as well as a sizable bibliography.

Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Perigee Trade; Reprint edition (October 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0399528040
• ISBN-13: 978-0399528040
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #347,520 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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30 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Reading for every officer, May 12, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Challenge of Command (Paperback)

This book is essential reading for all those who are or hope to someday be military leaders. It utilizes philosophy, ethics, and morals in its discussion of an ideal leader. it is versatile in that it can be used early in an officer's career to guide him, or later, to refine him. "The Challenge of Command" should be required reading of all officers and officer candidates.

20 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Must Read for Military Officers, November 3, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Challenge of Command (Paperback)

This book should be on the desk of every officer in the U.S. military. The book is insightful by itself, but the bibliography is priceless. New officer's are often told by their mentors to "read biographies of great men". Of course, their first question (often to themselves) is "Where do I find that kinda stuff???" This is the book for them. I ordering a copy for my new officers (and myself) right now.

19 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent reading for leaders, mentors, and thinkers., December 12, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Challenge of Command (Paperback)

Roger Nye's book comes from real world experiences, his own and others. It reflects a lifetime of study, intellectual thought, and discourse with some of the best leaders and thinkers of our time. The is a guide for mentors because Roger Nye was a beloved mentor to military leaders from cadets to generals. This book has timeless value because it encourages the pursuit of the highest principles and standards. It does this by providing references, resources, and examples that can further expand the reader's understanding and development. Though the content of this book is written for the military leader and commander, it clearly has application and value to the non-military leader and chief executive officer. Having had the opportunity and blessing to be mentored by Roger Nye before, during, and after the writing of this book, I can say that my bias for Roger's work has been validated by my life's experiences.