"A military account of Manstein's greatest battles, providing and analytical account of his tactics, decisions and character traits that helped him succeed in battle, and made him one of the most respected German commanders" -- p. 4 of cover.

Illustrator, Adam Hook.

Introduction -- The early years, 1887-1913 -- The military life, 1914-43 -- The hour of destiny -- Opposing commanders -- When war is done -- Inside the mind -- A life in words -- Further reading.