Ebook: The First World War 1914-18

This title examines the First World War from a European viewpoint, but it also gives an account of the fighting in other parts of the world and looks at the role of non-Europeans. The causes of the war and the aims, strengths and weaknesses of the major combatants are discussed. The western, eastern, Italian and imperial fronts are examined in the light of recent research as are the home fronts and the war at sea. The experience of the participants (of differing nationality, race, class and gender) is conveyed and illustrated with a rich variety of primary source materials. The author takes the conflict to its climax and conclusion, analysing the reasons for victory and defeat, and assesses the impact of four years of total war on national boundaries, political systems, artistic and literary styles, and the lives of men and women.