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The First World War: Volume I: To Arms

Hew Strachan
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The First World War: Volume I: To Arms

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2003

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Hew Strachan

The First World War: Volume I: To Arms

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

1248

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Europe • 1910s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Hew Strachan's The First World War: Volume I: To Arms delves into the complex origins and early stages of World War I. The book examines the political, military, and social factors that propelled nations into a global conflict, highlighting the experiences and decisions of individuals and nations during the onset of the war.

Informative

Mysterious

Challenging

Melancholic

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.2

185 ratings

79%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Hew Strachan's The First World War: Volume I: To Arms is praised for its comprehensive research and authoritative analysis of WWI's origins and early years. Readers appreciate its depth and detail, though some find the dense information overwhelming. Overall, it's a valuable resource for those seeking an in-depth understanding of the conflict's complexity.

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Who Should Read The First World War: Volume I: To Arms?

A reader who relishes comprehensive military history and scholarly analysis of World War I would enjoy Hew Strachan's The First World War: Volume I: To Arms. This book appeals to those who appreciate works like Barbara Tuchman's The Guns of August for its in-depth examination and strategic insights.

4.2

185 ratings

79%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

1248

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Europe • 1910s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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