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Personal Perspectives: World War I

Personal Perspectives: World War I

by TimothyC.Dowling (Editor)

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    Hardcover 2006

    $104.79
Synopsis

This captivating collection of first-hand accounts brings to life the War to End All Wars.


* Twelve essays by international scholars explain the myriad ways in which different groups experienced World War I

* A set of unique perspectives describes the experiences of smaller groups, including shock troops and victims of gas attacks

* Each essay begins with a historical overview that provides context for the experiences of individuals

* A detailed chronology marks key events during the war including the sinking of the Lusitania, the Ottoman extermination of Armenians, and the murder of Rasputin

* Each essay includes an extensive bibliography emphasizing works in social history and listing additional resources for further exploration

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
 Pages: 355
 Publisher: ABC-CLIO Ltd
Published: 15 Mar 2006
ISBN 10: 1851095659
ISBN 13: 9781851095650
Book Overview: It began with an act of terror involving two European powers. Over the next four years it spread across the globe and ended up claiming the lives of 10 million people. From soldiers in the trenches to women factory workers, the world's first total war brought shared experiences and unique challenges to each of the groups it affected.

Author Bio

Timothy C. Dowling, Ph.D., is assistant professor of history at the Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, VA. His published works include ABC-CLIO's Personal Perspectives: World War II.