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Like New: A book in excellent condition. Cover is shiny and undamaged, and the dust jacket is ...
ISBN
9781465436023
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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated
ISBN-10
1465436022
ISBN-13
9781465436023
eBay Product ID (ePID)
204239750

Product Key Features

Edition
70
Book Title
World War II : the Definitive Visual History from Blitzkrieg to the Atom Bomb
Number of Pages
372 Pages
Language
English
Topic
United States / 20th Century, Military / World War II, Military / Pictorial
Publication Year
2015
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
History
Author
Dk
Book Series
Dk Definitive Visual Histories Ser.
Format
Hardcover

Dimensions

Item Height
1.2 in
Item Weight
68.1 Oz
Item Length
11.4 in
Item Width
9.6 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2015-288118
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
Praise for the previous edition: "[A] striking coffee-table book…The first-rate illustrations, maps, and time lines make for a good introduction for all general readers embarking on study of this war." Library Journal "[A] worthy book for the shelves of the serious student of war, or for the coffee table of any reader who seeks a comprehensive history of the world's greatest conflict." BookPage "This ultimate World War II guide describes each momentous episode of the conflict, while simultaneously giving an overarching view of the war intended to end all wars." History Channel Magazine
Dewey Decimal
940.54
Synopsis
This defining period in world history is explored and explained as never before. World War II is captured in hundreds of compelling images, presenting the people, places, and politics involved in the epic conflict. Inside this complete visual guide is chronological coverage of the lead up to war, major military battles around the globe, and the aftermath that still influences and impacts our world today. You'll meet the key players in thought-provoking profiles and discover their experiences firsthand, from national leaders sounding the orders to combatants on the frontline and civilians left behind. Standout moments, including Pearl Harbor, Hiroshima, and the D-Day landings, are revealed in rarely seen color photographs and unforgettable eyewitness accounts. Explosive photography, international maps, accessible text, and supporting timelines combine to show the most destructive event ever known in unprecedented depth and detail. Although the complexities of World War II can be hard to fathom, this standout reference is organized in a logical order and the supporting captions are concise and clear throughout to aid understanding. World War II: The Definitive Visual Guide provides an unparalleled account of this devastating conflict so we never forget and continue to learn from the past., World War II: The Definitive Visual History is a comprehensive, authoritative, yet accessible guide to the people, politics, events, and lasting effects of World War II. Perhaps the most complex, frightening, and destructive event in global history, the Second World War saw the heights of human courage and the depth of human degradation. World War II presents a complete overview of the war, including the rise of Hitler and the Nazi party, fascism, Pearl Harbor, Hiroshima, and the D-Day landings. This book also looks at the enduring effects of World War II during succeeding decades. Expanded with an all-new guide to battlefield and memorial sites and repackaged to honor the 70th anniversary of the end of the war, World War II: The Definitive Visual History covers key military figures, pivotal battles, political profiles, and strategies, as well as features on everyday life on the Home Front as ordinary citizens did their best to aid the war effort. Gallery spreads feature collections of uniforms, weapons, and other equipment. Maps, timelines, and side panels offer an inviting variety of entry point to the huge wealth of information.
LC Classification Number
D743.W6655 2015

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