From inside cover. This book was first published, with illustrations, in 1965. At that time it was widely acclaimed on both sides of the Atlantic. It is now re-issued without illustrations but with specially drawn maps and a new introduction by John Terraine. There can be little doubt that this is the best one volume, short history of the First World War available at the moment. It will be indispensable for students of Military History and invaluable to the general reader who needs a handy reference book.
From inside cover. This book was first published, with illustrations, in 1965. At that time it was widely acclaimed on both sides of the Atlantic. It is now re-issued without illustrations but with specially drawn maps and a new introduction by John Terraine. There can be little doubt that this is the best one volume, short history of the First World War available at the moment. It will be indispensable for students of Military History and invaluable to the general reader who needs a handy reference book.