Lessons of War: Week-by-Week Commentary on the Liberation of Ladysmith is co-authored by Wilkinson and Spencer. This book is a valuable document of the time that takes the reader into the very heart of the events that took place during the Second Boer War. Written in commentary format, each week reflects a different aspect of the war, the attitudes of the British military and civilian population, strategic decisions and their consequences. The authors not only reveal the course of events in detail, but also pay attention to the moral and ethical aspects of the war. This book will be a useful source of information for those interested in military history and seeking to understand the effects of conflict on society and individuals.