The Warrior Ethos

The Warrior Ethos takes us on a journey into ourselves, or rather a part of ourselves we often ignore or play down. The code of the Warrior that has been passed down through history has served those who have taken it up faithfully. Pressfield's use of historical figures allows the reader to better understand how this way of the warrior allowed some of the greatest names on Earth to accomplish the feats that made them legends.

As a soldier that is stuck in the civilian world, this book rings so true and it will greatly assist my civvy acquaintances in understanding why I am how I am. Anyone that knows a vet should read this.

I bought this book because I loved Steven Pressfield's "Gates of Fire". "The Warrior Ethos" was simply outstanding and I have read it several times over already! Given that I am a Marine wife, I especially enjoyed the quotes and sayings regarding Spartan wives and mothers. However, I found that this is a book not just for the military because the principles can be applied to each and every citizen. It is a quick read that I will be recommending to everyone, military and civilian alike. I have already bought an additional copy for my brother who is also in the Marines.

Great accounting of the warrior spirit and how important it is for anyone who wants to accomplish anything. Examples of warriors from Alexander the Great to Samurai, to U.S. Marines, to the Pashtun of Afghanistan are not about ruthlessness, but about a warrior's moral code and ability to endure extreme hardship. It is about pursuit of virtue and the warrior's struggle to align himself with his higher nature. It also addresses the "enemy inside," the one in our own hearts. Highly recommended. I bought 4 of Steven Pressfield's books and suggest reading this one first as a primer. I also bought "Do The Work," "The War of Art" and "Turning Pro." I recommend reading them in that order. Couldn't put them down and have already ready them twice.

Every teenage boy transitioning into manhood should be given this book by their fathers or grandfathers. It perfectly compliments Jack Donavan's book 'The Way of Men'. If the code of conduct that men live by is what you are looking for, look no further, for you will find it in this book. A great read, short but powerful.

First off, I was recommended this book by a fellow veteran who has been through much more than I, and still is. I picked it up and read it in a few short hours. For me, that was the beauty of it. Short, sweet, to the point. No paragraph or sentence was without meaning.

First off, I was recommended this book by a fellow veteran who has been through much more than I, and still is. I picked it up and read it in a few short hours. For me, that was the beauty of it. Short, sweet, to the point. No paragraph or sentence was without meaning.

A great look into what drives people to selfless heroic action and the love, fellowship and camaraderie found on the field of battle. The book reveals the outer and inner battles an individual fights to gain honor.

Interesting book with an outlook on the warrior ethos that I appreciated. However, the book is too short, and thus the author doesn't develop his subject in much depth at all. Also, most of his examples are taken from spartan society and from sources that are likely very well known for one interested in classical antiquity (he unearths no little-known pearls of martial wisdom from ancient sources, and one is taken to believe he just worked with the research he had already made for his Sparta-themed fiction). So it is an interesting and well-written piece, but a bit shallow.
Worth a read if you are into the subject of the military mind, but seems to me to be hanging in the line between being a historical book and a motivational one.

Short, sweet and full of anecdotal wisdom for understanding what it means to be a warrior. An incite-full view into warrior cultures around the world and across time. I recommend to anyone in the military or thinking of joining

Having lived the Warrior Ethos myself, it was invigorating to read it from another. I was reminded of old lessons, and thankfully gained new ones without as much 'hard work'.

It is a fast read, well thought out and researched. Mr. Pressfield understands the subject, and relates it in motivating writing. A must read for all.

Steven Pressfield has shown me again, that I am not alone. Why I feel the way I do and what drives me. Marines and Soldiers, this is a must read. That training you were given by Uncle Sam should be applied in your everyday lives. Books and degrees are a plus, but your military training is priceless. Active Military Members, Thank You for your service. In-active Military Members, Thank You for your service!

I have never read Pressfield's fiction but I should. His nonfiction is excellent! If you have never read "The War of Art" you should read that as well.

This book tells amazing stories of past warriors. The problems many faced long ago makes our problems today seem futile.

Takes some of us back to Parris Island without the sand fleas but still manages to reiterate those key Corps Values again while teaching you a thing or two using Greek and Roman history as well.
A must read for every Marine and would be enjoyed by all others. Truly awesome !!!

Anyone who wishes to learn how to unlock the primal warrior instincts within themselves must read this book. The book is short and to the point but is dense with knowledge and lessons learned by warriors of the past.

Plainly put this book is for everyone who feels the constant gravity of the famine of charisma and character in our present day. Feels good to not feel like the odd man out when conducting ones-self in our society.