Isbn: 9780805081275 - the somme: heroism and horror in the first world war (41 resultados)

Hardback. Condición: Good. Gilbert has unearthed fascinating details of the campaign . . . An unforgettable read.--The Philadelphia InquirerAt 7:30 a.m. on July 1, 1916, the first Allied soldiers climbed out of their trenches along the Somme River in France and charged into no-man's-land, toward the barbed wire and machine guns at the German front lines. In the months that followed, the fifteen-mile-long territory erupted into the epicenter of the Great War, marking a pivotal moment in both the war and military history as tanks first appeared on the battlefield and air war emerged as a devastating and decisive factor in battle. All told, there were more than one million casualties, with 310,000 men dead in just 138 days.In this vivid account of one of history's most destructive battles, distinguished historian Martin Gilbert tracks the experiences of foot soldiers, generals, and everyone in between. With new photographs, journal entries, original maps, and military planning documents, The Somme is the most authoritative and affecting account of this bloody turning point in the Great War.…

Condición: good. Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly. …

Hardcover. Condición: Fair. First Edition. With dust jacket. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Hardback. Condición: Good. Gilbert has unearthed fascinating details of the campaign . . . An unforgettable read.--The Philadelphia InquirerAt 7:30 a.m. on July 1, 1916, the first Allied soldiers climbed out of their trenches along the Somme River in France and charged into no-man's-land, toward the barbed wire and machine guns at the German front lines. In the months that followed, the fifteen-mile-long territory erupted into the epicenter of the Great War, marking a pivotal moment in both the war and military history as tanks first appeared on the battlefield and air war emerged as a devastating and decisive factor in battle. All told, there were more than one million casualties, with 310,000 men dead in just 138 days.In this vivid account of one of history's most destructive battles, distinguished historian Martin Gilbert tracks the experiences of foot soldiers, generals, and everyone in between. With new photographs, journal entries, original maps, and military planning documents, The Somme is the most authoritative and affecting account of this bloody turning point in the Great War.…

Hardcover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condición: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

hardcover. Condición: Good.

Condición: Good. 1st. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condición: good. The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.…

hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Condición: Good. hardcover 100% of proceeds go to charity! Good condition with all pages in tact. Item shows signs of use and may have cosmetic defects.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. VG/none, used, hc, ix-xix, 332 pages. Interior clean no marks, pages near bright, binding tight. No wear to exterior no dj. Does not appear to be a BCE. Photographs (ilustrador).

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. 1st Edition. Gold tiles on black spine with tan hard covers, 332 pages including bibliography, index and a large section of maps plus 19 pages of introductory material and 8 pages of photos. Normal library markings but the book appears to be uncirculated with clear plastic dust jacket protector.…

Hardcover. Condición: Like New. First Edition. First Edition, First Printing. Published by Henry Holt and Co, 2006. Octavo. Hardcover. Book is like new. Dust jacket is like new.

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fine. 332pp including bibliography and index an authoritative and vivid account of the devastating World War I battle that claimed more than 300,000 lives Maps Photos.

Hardcover. Condición: As New. Estado de la sobrecubierta: As New. 1st Edition. DJ: as new, BOOK: as new.

Hard Back. Condición: As New. Estado de la sobrecubierta: As New. 332pp including bibliography and index Map section An authoritative and vivid account of the devastating World War I battle that claimed more than 300,000 lives Possble book club edition.

Hardcover. Condición: As New. Hardcover and dust jacket. Good binding and cover. Name on fep.

Hardcover. Condición: New. Estado de la sobrecubierta: New. 1st Edition. Black 1/4 cloth-effect and light brown paper covered boards. New/as issued, pictorial dust jacket now in mylar. 1st ptg. xix,332 pp. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book.

hardcover. Condición: Very Good. HARDBACK - VERY GOOD Condition - Dust Jacket has light wear, no markings in book. From private collection. Ships same or next business day.

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Near Fine. First. very nice copy.

Hardcover. Condición: As New. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good+. First Edition. In this vivid, deeply researched account of one history's most destructive battles, historian Martin Gilbert tracks the Battle of the Somme through the experiences of footsoldiers (known to the British as the PBI, for Poor Bloody Infantry), generals, and everyone in between. Interwoven with photographs, journal entries, original maps, and documents from every stage and level of planning, The Somme is the most authoritative and affecting account of this bloody turning point in the Great War. …