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First World War For Dummies
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See moreFrom the Somme to Gallipoli to the home front, First World War For Dummies provides an authoritative, accessible, and engaging introduction to the War to End All Wars.
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From the Somme to Gallipoli to the home front, First World War For Dummies provides an authoritative, accessible, and engaging introduction to the War to End All Wars. It takes a global perspective of this global conflict, providing insight into the actions and motivations of the participants and how each nation’s story fits into the wider one.
Coverage also includes:
- The origins of the war and a snapshot of what the world looked like at the beginning of the 20th century
- The battles of Western Europe, and action in the Southern and Eastern Fronts
- The war at home — the civilian war, propaganda, opposition, politics, protests, and more
- 1918: The German spring offensive, the Allied success and the beginning of the end
- The Treaty of Versailles, the League of Nations, and the effect on the future
First World War For Dummies is the go-to source for readers seeking to learn more about the fundamental event of the 20th century.
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First World War For Dummies by Seán Lang is praised for its comprehensive and accessible exploration of the First World War. Reviewers highlight its detailed yet straightforward narrative, providing a clear understanding of the war's origins and progression. The book is commended for being well-researched and offering a broad range of insights into the complexities of the conflict.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781118679999
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 29 April 2014
Country: United States
Imprint: For Dummies
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 188.0mm
Height: 236.0mm
Weight: 553g
Pages: 416
About the Author
Dr Seán Lang is a Senior Lecturer in History at Anglia Ruskin University and has been teaching history to college and university students for more than three decades. Lang is the author of a number of books on history, including British History For Dummies and European History For Dummies.
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