Product Description

Examining the First World War from a European and world perspective, this text evaluates the causes of the war and the aims, strengths and weaknesses of the major combatants. The war on all fronts is examined in the light of recent research and the experience of the participants is reflected through the primary source materials. The reasons for victory and defeat and the impact of four years of total war are also analysed.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #154394 in Books
• Published on: 2000-08-25
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 144 pages

About the Author
Vyvyen Brendon is an experienced author of A Level History books.

Customer Reviews

Clearly laid out, readable, interesting
I have read a lot of 'literature' from this period, e.g. Barker's Regeneration, and have become increasingly interested in finding out about the reasons for the war and the factual conditions of trench life, etc. I would not normally read a history book for pleasure but found this to be easy to read because it is so clearly organized. The 'facts' are presented in an objective way; they are also interspersed with personal accounts from autobiographical accounts, letters,etc. Brendon tries to show the reader that Germany's defeat was by no means a certainty. She examines the social, economic and political reasons for the war as well which I found useful. There are also helpful diagrams and maps which are good for visualizing the sheer size and scale of the contest. I was very impressed with this book. If I was a student or teacher of History, I might think that this book would be an excellent resource.