The Battles of World War I

Description

Our understanding of the twentieth century and beyond hinges upon the First World War. In this new and comprehensive book, the fascinating facts are presented in an accessible way, allowing anyone to brush up on the devastating conflict that changed the world we live in. Discover everything you need to know about: The battle of Ypres; The Somme; the forgotten wars between Italy, Austria and Russia; the invention of the tank and how it changed the war; the role of the USA; the siege of Kut; the battle the Germans won and much more . . .

Dr Christopher Catherwood is Emeritus Archives By-Fellow of Churchill College Cambridge, Fellow of the Royal Historical Society and a supervisor at Homerton College, Cambridge. He has written many books and articles including Winston's Folly and A Brief History of the Middle East.

'A timely and superb volume on battles of the First World War...if you're a layman, like me, then this book is a brilliant starting point for you.' Books Monthly