 First edition | |
| Author | Steven Pressfield |
|---|---|
| Original title | The War of Art |
| Publisher | Rugged Land |
Publication date | 2002 |
| ISBN | 978-1-936891-02-3 |
| Followed by | Do The Work |
The War of Art is a 2002 non-fiction book written by American author Steven Pressfield. The book highlights the forms of resistance faced by artists, entrepreneurs, athletes, and others who are trying to break through creative barriers. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] The book was followed by Do the Work in 2011.
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Resistance may refer to:
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The Afghan Campaign is a historical novel by the American writer Steven Pressfield. It was first published in 2006 by Doubleday. It is the story of Alexander the Great's invasion of the Afghan kingdoms in 330 BC through the eyes of Matthias, a young soldier from Macedonia, who narrates the adventures of the Macedonian army against the Eastern warriors. Matthias fights for Alexander the Great's infantry confronting ferocious people who, determined to defend their homeland, follow tough war methods.
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The War of Art may refer to:
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