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World War II - From Blitzkrieg to the Atom Bomb
World War II - From Blitzkrieg to the Atom Bomb
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This defining period in world history is explored and explained as never before. World War II is captured in hundreds of compelling images, presenting the people, places, and politics involved in the epic conflict.
Inside this complete visual guide is chronological coverage of the lead up to war, major military battles around the globe, and the aftermath that still influences and impacts our world today. You’ll meet the key players in thought-provoking profiles and discover their experiences firsthand, from national leaders sounding the orders to combatants on the frontline and civilians left behind. Standout moments, including Pearl Harbor, Hiroshima, and the D-Day landings, are revealed in rarely seen color photographs and unforgettable eyewitness accounts.
Explosive photography, international maps, accessible text, and supporting timelines combine to show the most destructive event ever known in unprecedented depth and detail. Although the complexities of World War II can be hard to fathom, this standout reference is organized in a logical order and the supporting captions are concise and clear throughout to aid understanding.
World War II: The Definitive Visual Guide provides an unparalleled account of this devastating conflict so we never forget and continue to learn from the past.
Review
"[A] striking coffee-table book…The first-rate illustrations, maps, and time lines make for a good introduction for all general readers embarking on study of this war." — Library Journal
"[A] worthy book for the shelves of the serious student of war, or for the coffee table of any reader who seeks a comprehensive history of the world's greatest conflict." — BookPage
"This ultimate World War II guide describes each momentous episode of the conflict, while simultaneously giving an overarching view of the war intended to end all wars." — History Channel Magazine
"This is a good quick-reference source for information on not just what happened in this great conflict but also on the causes and consequences of it as well" — Booklist
About the Author
- Publisher : DK; Revised edition (May 5, 2015)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 372 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1465436022
- ISBN-13 : 978-1465436023
- Item Weight : 5.15 pounds
- Dimensions : 9.56 x 1.35 x 11.38 inches
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