The story of Australia's greatest military commander, General Sir John Monash, who fought as many battles with those on his own side as he did with his enemies, changed the way wars were fought. He was a true Renaissance man : teacher, soldier, leader, romantic and lover of the arts, this biography reveals that while Monash is revered for his military succusses, he is respected even more for his humanity. --From publisher.

Originally published in hardback by Random House Australia in 2004. "This updated edition includes new information from German commanders, affirming the importance of the Batttle of Amiens (8/8/1918) in winning World War I" -- Cover.

Engineer of victory --Going for gold -- School of soft knocks -- Engineer's language -- Battle engagement -- Rebirth -- Bridge too far -- Pipe dreams realized -- 1914-15 : enemies within -- Thirty days in hell -- Gallipoli breakout -- Good bye to the 4th Brigade -- King and I -- Western Front 1917 : Messines -- Broodseinde up; Passchendaele down -- 1918 : Ludendorff?s lunge -- Commander to the corps -- Breakthrough at Amiens -- Jugular days : Mont St. Quentin and Péronne -- Operation Hindenburg Line -- Afterglow -- Back to the future -- Many causes; enough time -- Zenith and end -- Postscript.