The Storm of War: A New History of the Second World War
ISBN: 0061228591 Binding: Hardcover Edition: 1 Author(s): Andrew Roberts Publisher: Harper Number of Pages: 768
From "Britain's finest military historian" (The Economist) comes a magisterial new history of World War II and the flawed axis strategy that led to their defeat The Second World War lasted for 2174 days cost 15 trillion and claimed the lives of more than 50 million people What were the factors that affected the war's outcome Why did the Axis lose And could they with a different strategy have won Andrew Roberts's acclaimed new history has been hailed as the finest single-volume account of this epic conflict From the western front to North Africa from the Baltic to the Far East he tells the story of the warthe grand strategy and the individual experience the cruelty and the heroismas never before In researching this magnificently vivid history Roberts walked many of the key battlefields and wartime sites in Russia France Italy Germany and the Far East and drew on a number of never-before-published documents such as a letter from Hitler's director of military operations explaining the reasoning behind the Fhrer's order to halt the Panzers outside Dunkirka delay that enabled British forces to evacuate Roberts illuminates the principal actors on both sides and analyzes how they reached critical decisions He also presents the tales of many little-known individuals whose experiences form a panoply of the extraordinary courage and self-sacrifice as well as the terrible depravity and cruelty of the Second World War Meticulously researched and masterfully written The Storm of War gives a dramatic account of this momentous event and shows in remarkable detail why the war took the course it did
ISBN: 1463704917 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): George Forbes Publisher: CreateSpace Number of Pages: 94
This anthology is a thorough introduction to classic literature for those who have not yet experienced these literary masterworks For those who have known and loved these works in the past this is an invitation to reunite with old friends in a fresh new format From Shakespeare s finesse to Oscar Wilde s wit this unique collection brings together works as diverse and influential as The Pilgrim s Progress and Othello As an anthology that invites readers to immerse themselves in the masterpieces of the literary giants it is must-have addition to any library
ISBN: 1466203846 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Andrew Lang Publisher: CreateSpace Number of Pages: 194
This anthology is a thorough introduction to classic literature for those who have not yet experienced these literary masterworks For those who have known and loved these works in the past this is an invitation to reunite with old friends in a fresh new format From Shakespeare s finesse to Oscar Wilde s wit this unique collection brings together works as diverse and influential as The Pilgrim s Progress and Othello As an anthology that invites readers to immerse themselves in the masterpieces of the literary giants it is must-have addition to any library
Stupid History: Tales of Stupidity, Strangeness, and Mythconceptions Throughout the Ages
ISBN: Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Leland Gregory Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing Number of Pages: 320
If it would shock you to learn that Benjamin Franklin didn't discover electricity you'll appreciate this take on hundreds of historical legends and debacles Historians and humorists alike may be surprised to learn that:Samuel Prescott made the famous horseback ride into Concord not Paul Revere As a member of Parliament Isaac Newton spoke only once He asked for an open window On April 24 1898 Spain declared war on the US thus starting the Spanish-American War The US declared war the very next day but not wanting to be outdone had the date on the declaration changed from April 25 to April 21With these and many other stories leading humorist Leland Gregory once again highlights both the strange and the funny side of humankind
A People's History of the United States: 1492 to Present
ISBN: 0060838655 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Howard Zinn Publisher: Harper Perennial Modern Classics Number of Pages: 768
Known for its lively clear prose as well as its scholarly research A People's History of the United States is the only volume to tell America's story from the point of view of -- and in the words of -- America's women factory workers African-Americans Native Americans working poor and immigrant laborers
This PS edition features an extra 16 pages of insights into the book including author interviews recommended reading and more
ISBN: Binding: Kindle Edition Edition: Author(s): Carolyn McCray Publisher: Off Our Meds Multi Media Number of Pages: 279
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Torn Apart By History Bound For Eternity
"From Carolyn McCray comes a historical romance that will leave you hoping that for once fate will be kind You will be gripped from the first page to the last caught in a love that spans eons and an ancient political intrigue whose consequence still reverberates today This is truly a masterpiece that stays with you long after you've turned the last page" Emma Gilbertson The Writer Bites Back
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Overview: Everyone thinks that they know the story of Caesar's demise however in "Fated" we discover the truth Told from Brutus' perspective critics are heaping praise upon "Fated"
"If you love historical romances with a fantastic paranormal twist Fated is for you Set in ancient Rome Fated is the perfect blend of suspenseful and sultry Truly a great read The paranormal element sneaks up on you like an asp in the night until it grabs you by the throat You will never look at Brutus & Caesar's assassination the same way" Amber Scott Author of the Bestselling Historical Paranormal Romance Irish Moon
Any fan of Paula Brackston or Vaughn Heppner will love Fated
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An Illustrated History of Ireland from AD 400 to 1800
ISBN: Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Mary Frances Cusack Publisher: Qontro Classic Books Number of Pages: 494
An Illustrated History of Ireland from AD 400 to 1800 is presented here in a high quality paperback edition This popular classic work by Mary Frances Cusack is in the English language and may not include graphics or images from the original edition If you enjoy the works of Mary Frances Cusack then we highly recommend this publication for your book collection
History of the Expedition to Russia Undertaken by the Emperor Napoleon in the Year 1812
ISBN: Binding: Kindle Edition Edition: Author(s): Philippe-Paul Ségur comte de Publisher: Public Domain Books Number of Pages: 557
This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers You may find it for free on the web Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery
Children's Encyclopedia of American History (Smithsonian) (Smithsonian Institution)
ISBN: 0789483300 Binding: Hardcover Edition: Author(s): David C. King, David C. King Publisher: DK CHILDREN Number of Pages: 304
With its up to the moment content and engaging style this major reference book is an essential resource that helps children relate today's news to the events of the past Focusing on the who what when where and how DK's Children's Encyclopedia of American History is published in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institution to present a completely unique survey of the story of America Featuring more than 1000 stunning photographs plus maps charts and profiles of famous Americans this book has been painstakingly designed with a cutting edge visual style to pull in even the most reluctant readers A Main Selection of Children's BookoftheMonth Club
A People's History of the World: From the Stone Age to the New Millennium
ISBN: 1844672387 Binding: Paperback Edition: First Edition Author(s): Chris Harman Publisher: Verso Number of Pages: 729
The only comprehensive bottom up history of the world from the earliest human society to the twenty-first centuryChris Harman describes the shape and course of human history as a narrative of ordinary people forming and re-forming complex societies in pursuit of common human goals Interacting with the forces of technological change as well as the impact of powerful individuals and revolutionary ideas these societies have engendered events familiar to every schoolchildfrom the empires of antiquity to the world wars of the twentieth century In a bravura conclusion Chris Harman exposes the reductive complacency of contemporary capitalism and asks in a world riven as never before by suffering and inequality why we imagine that it canor shouldsurvive much longer Ambitious provocative and invigorating A People's History of the World delivers a vital corrective to traditional history as well as a powerful sense of the deep currents of humanity which surge beneath the froth of government
