Isbn: 9780743239608 - the first world war: a new history (28 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Hew Strachan is one of the world's foremost experts on the Great War of 1914-18. His ongoing three-volume history of the conflict, the first of which was published in 2001, is likely to become the standard academic reference work: Max Hastings called it 'one of the most impressive books of modern history in a generation', while Richard Holmes hailed it as a 'towering achievement'. Now, Hew Strachan brings his immense knowledge to a one-volume work aimed squarely at the general reader. The inspiration for and a companion volume to the major Channel 4 series of the same name, to which Hew has been chief consultant, THE FIRST WORLD WAR is a significant addition to the literature on this subject, taking as it does a uniquely global view of what is often misconceived as a prolonged skirmish on the Western Front. Exploring such theatres as the Balkans, Africa and the Ottoman Empire, Hew Strachan goes on to assess Britain's participation in the light of what became a struggle for the defence of liberalism, and show how the war shaped the 'short' twentieth century that followed it. Accessible, compelling and utterly convincing, this is a modern history writing at its finest. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

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Softcover. Condición: Très bon. Légères traces d'usure sur la couverture. Edition 2004. Ammareal reverse jusqu'à 15% du prix net de cet article à des organisations caritatives. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION Book Condition: Used, Very good. Slight signs of wear on the cover. Edition 2004. Ammareal gives back up to 15% of this item's net price to charity organizations.…

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Condición: Used. If you?ve ever fancied a thrilling romp through the dark alleys of human folly, "The First World War" by Hew Strachan is your ticket to an intellectual extravaganza that promises to be as riveting as watching paint dry?if that paint were the ruins of empires and had a penchant for trench foot. Published in 2004 by Simon & Schuster Ltd, this tome dares to dissect one of history?s most catastrophic events with the sort of rigor usually reserved for legal documents and IKEA assembly instructions. Now, one might wonder: who would want to read a lengthy historical account of a war that involved the wholesale slaughter of millions of young men, the complete dismantling of four empires, and the creation of a century?s worth of geopolitical headaches? The answer, quite simply, is anyone with an affinity for masochistic intellectual pursuits. A casual reader may wish to steer clear; after all, ignorance is bliss, and there?s a certain comfort in believing that history merely repeats itself in less grotesque fashions. In "The First World War," Strachan takes readers on an epic journey through the trenches, battlefields, and the occasional tea break, where soldiers ponder the meaning of life while dodging artillery shells. One might even imagine him strolling through muddy battlefields, clipboard in hand, muttering into his dictaphone about the ?thrill of the charge? while the blaring sounds of chaos play in the background. It?s history as you never wanted it?detailed, meticulous, and unflinchingly grim. What elevates this work above a mere catalogue of horrors is Strachan?s delightful penchant for the unexpected. Expect hair-raising anecdotes, like the time someone attempted to use carrier pigeons as a means of communication?because why not throw a little avian drama into a human catastrophe? The narrative dances through the absurdities of war with the grace of a wounded water buffalo, illustrating that while the stakes were high, the human experience was often peppered with spectacularly misguided decisions that could make even the most stoic historian chuckle nervously. Strachan?s prose is as rich as a Victorian pudding, and just as heavy. If you appreciate a writer who can weave in intricate details and footnotes thicker than the book itself, you?ll find yourself relishing the complexity of each page. This book is not just a read; it?s an endurance test, challenging your perceptions of narrative coherence and stamina in the face of dense historical analysis. You may find yourself wondering if you?ve accidentally signed up for a degree course halfway through. Within these pages, you?ll uncover: Detailed explorations of the war?s causes?because who doesn?t love a good argument about nationalism over tea? Painstaking analyses of key battles, complete with maps that could double as modern art. Insights into the myriad of human experiences, ranging from the valiant to the utterly absurd. Exhaustive discussions of military strategy that could leave even the most dedicated strategy gamers scratching their heads. Endless footnotes that threaten to outnumber the actual text and may require a separate indexing system. Condition: This book is used, which means it has witnessed its fair share of adventures and possibly more coffee spills than it cares to admit. Expect slightly dog-eared pages, a cover that has seen better days, and annotations from previous readers that might range from insightful to utterly baffling. It?s a history that has aged, much like a fine cheese or a bad decision from your youth. So, if you?re prepared to grapple with the complexities of a world gone mad, "The First World War" might just be the perfect companion for your insatiable thirst for knowledge?though you might want to keep a lighter book on hand for moments of existential dread. Grab your copy from Crappy Old Books today, and arm yourself with the kind of historical understanding that?s great for trivia nights, but perhaps not so much for cocktail parties. THIS BOOK BEARS THE CRAPPY OLD BOOKS STAMP. IF THAT IS UNDESIRABLE PLEASE DO NOT BUY THIS. THE STAMP MARKS WHICH IS USUALLY TO THE FRONT AND BACK INNER PAGES SAYS SOLD BY CRAPPY OLD BOOKS WITH WEB SITE URL. IT IN NO WAY DEMINISHED FROM THE READING. IF YOU WANT A PRISTINE BOOK, PLEASE FIND ANOTHER BOOK IN BETTER CONDITION SOMEWHERE ELSE.…

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Soft Cover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: None Issued. First Edition. 350 pages. Book is in Very good condition throughout. The only exception is some light reading wear to cover.

Soft cover. Condición: Very Good. 1st Edition. Ninety years have passed since the outbreak of World War I, yet as military historian Hew Strachan argues in this brilliant and authoritative new book, the legacy of the "war to end all wars" is with us still. The First World War was a truly global conflict from the start, with many of the most decisive battles fought in or directly affecting the Balkans, Africa, and the Ottoman Empire. Even more than World War II, the First World War continues to shape the politics and international relations of our world, especially in hot spots like the Middle East and the Balkans. Strachan has done a masterful job of reexamining the causes, the major campaigns, and the consequences of the First World War, compressing a lifetime of knowledge into a single definitive volume tailored for the general reader. Written in crisp, compelling prose and enlivened with extraordinarily vivid photographs and detailed maps, The First World War-creates this world-altering conflict both on and off the battlefield-the clash of ideologies between the colonial powers at the center of the war, the social and economic unrest that swept Europe both before and after, the military strategies employed with stunning success and tragic failure in the various theaters of war, the terms of peace and why it didn't last. Drawing on material culled from many countries, Strachan offers a fresh, clear-sighted perspective on how the war not only re-drew the map of the world but also set in motion the most dangerous conflicts of today. Deeply learned and powerfully written, The First World War will stand as a landmark of contemporary history. First Impression with full line number sequence. Book has a small crease in front cover.…

Soft cover. Condición: Very Good. 1st Edition. Ninety years have passed since the outbreak of World War I, yet as military historian Hew Strachan argues in this brilliant and authoritative new book, the legacy of the "war to end all wars" is with us still. The First World War was a truly global conflict from the start, with many of the most decisive battles fought in or directly affecting the Balkans, Africa, and the Ottoman Empire. Even more than World War II, the First World War continues to shape the politics and international relations of our world, especially in hot spots like the Middle East and the Balkans. Strachan has done a masterful job of reexamining the causes, the major campaigns, and the consequences of the First World War, compressing a lifetime of knowledge into a single definitive volume tailored for the general reader. Written in crisp, compelling prose and enlivened with extraordinarily vivid photographs and detailed maps, The First World War-creates this world-altering conflict both on and off the battlefield-the clash of ideologies between the colonial powers at the center of the war, the social and economic unrest that swept Europe both before and after, the military strategies employed with stunning success and tragic failure in the various theaters of war, the terms of peace and why it didn't last. Drawing on material culled from many countries, Strachan offers a fresh, clear-sighted perspective on how the war not only re-drew the map of the world but also set in motion the most dangerous conflicts of today. Deeply learned and powerfully written, The First World War will stand as a landmark of contemporary history. First Impression with full line number sequence. Book has only very light shelf wear.…

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Paperback. Condición: Very Good. 368 pages. Hew Strachan is one of the world's foremost experts on the Great War of 1914- 18. His ongoing three-volume history of the conflict, the first of which was pub lished in 2001, is likely to become the standard academic reference work: Max Ha stings called it 'one of the most impressive books of modern history in a genera tion', while Richard Holmes hailed it as a 'towering achievement'. Now, Hew Stra chan brings his immense knowledge to a one-volume work aimed squarely at the gen eral reader. The inspiration for and a companion volume to the major Channel 4 s eries of the same name, to which Hew has been chief consultant, THE FIRST WORLD WAR is a significant addition to the literature on this subject, taking as it do es a uniquely global view of what is often misconceived as a prolonged skirmish on the Western Front. Exploring such theatres as the Balkans, Africa and the Ott oman Empire, Hew Strachan goes on to assess Britain's participation in the light of what became a struggle for the defence of liberalism, and show how the war s haped the 'short' twentieth century that followed it. Accessible, compelling and utterly convincing, this is a modern history writing at its finest.…

Condición: As New.

Condición: As New. First Edition. Caed cover. A straight unmarked book, as new.

Condición: Near Fine. Large 8vo. softcover. 350pp. index, colour & b/w illus. Near Fine.