The Origins of the Second World War 1933-1941 (Lancaster Pamphlets)

Author: Ruth Henig
Brand: Routledge
Edition: 2
Binding: Paperback
Number of Pages: 128
Release Date: 03-02-2005

Details:
Updated and expanded throughout to take into consideration the most up-to-date historical research, this new edition of The Origins of the Second World War analyzes the reasons for the outbreak of the Second World War. Experienced historian Ruth Henig considers:

• The long-term factors that led to war

• The effect of British appeasement policies

• The significance of American isolation

• The ambitions of Italy, Japan, and Russia

The Origins of the Second World War brings one of the most controversial historical topics to life for a whole generation of students and scholars seeking to understand the reasoning and events behind this major event in world history.

Review:
"It offers concise and up-to-date treatment of a major historical topic using the results of recent research... this is a well-developed text, ideal for renewing the teacher's acquaintance with the topic." — From reviews of the first edition — History Teaching Review
"Clear, succinct but wide-ranging coverage of an important historical subject... Very well written." — From reviews of the first edition — Alan Sharp, University of Ulster

EAN: 9780415332620
Package Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.2 inches
Languages: English