The War in the West - A New History

Explore 'The War in the West - A New History' by bestselling historian James Holland, a pivotal work that redefines our understanding of World War II. This comprehensive account delves into the cataclysmic events of the Second World War, challenging conventional wisdom and shedding light on new research gleaned from years of dedicated study. Holland presents a gripping narrative that spans from the lead-up to the war in 1939 to the pivotal mid-1941 period, as the Nazi regime prepared for Operation Barbarossa. With an extensive analysis that incorporates personal stories from soldiers, civilians, and military strategists, this book intricately weaves the military, economic, political, and social dimensions of the war. The result is not just a military history, but a monumentally significant account that captures the complexity and scale of World War II. Perfect for history enthusiasts, students, and anyone interested in the deep impact of this global conflict. 'The War in the West' is a must-read for those looking to gain a nuanced understanding of one of history's most defining moments. Take advantage of our fast shipping options for this brand-new paperback edition and enhance your library with this essential piece of historical literature. Immerse yourself in the past and experience the depth of James Holland's exhaustive research into the Second World War.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780552169202
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 864


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The Second World War is the most cataclysmic and violent sequence of events in recent times. But for the past seven decades, our understanding of it has relied upon conventional wisdom, propaganda and an interpretation skewed by the information available. James Holland has spent over twelve years conducting new research, interviewing survivors, visiting battlefields and archives that have never before been so accessible and challenging too-long-held assumptions about the war that shaped our world.

In Germany Ascendant, the first part of this ground-breaking new history, James Holland introduces the war, beginning with the lead-up to its outbreak in 1939 and taking us up to mid-1941 as the Nazis prepared to unleash Operation Barbarossa, the invasion of Russia. To tell the real story, he weaves together the experiences of dozens of individuals, from civilians and soldiers, to sailors, pilots, leading military strategists, industrialists and heads of state, and uncovers the strategy, tactics and events that informed not only the military aspects of the war but also the economic, political, and social aspects too.

The War in the West is a truly monumental history of the war on land, in the air, and at sea. In it, James Holland has created a captivating and epic narrative which redefines and enhances our understanding of one of the most significant conflicts in history.

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