A World Undone: The Story of the Great War, 1914 to 1918
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2006
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Book • Nonfiction
Europe • 1910s
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World History•
European History2006
Adult
18+ years
A World Undone: The Story of the Great War, 1914 to 1918 by G.J. Meyer offers a detailed account of World War I. It combines political, military, and human perspectives, critically examining causes, key events, and consequences. Meyer utilizes narrative storytelling and analysis to illuminate individuals' experiences intertwined with broader historical developments.
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G.J. Meyer's A World Undone: The Story of the Great War, 1914 to 1918 is praised for its comprehensive and engaging narrative of WWI, effectively blending military history with political and social analysis. While the book is accessible to general readers, some critics note it lacks depth in certain academic aspects. Overall, it offers an insightful and compelling overview of the war.
A reader who enjoys A World Undone: The Story of the Great War, 1914 to 1918 by G.J. Meyer likely has a keen interest in World War I history, appreciates detailed narratives, and favors comprehensive chronicles like those found in Hew Strachan’s The First World War and Barbara W. Tuchman’s The Guns of August.
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704
Book • Nonfiction
Europe • 1910s
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World History•
European History2006
Adult
18+ years
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