World War II: A Short History
- ISBN-10
- 1315509431
- ISBN-13
- 9781315509433
- Series
- World War II
- Category
- History
- Pages
- 360
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2016-07-01
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Author
- Michael J. Lyons
Description
Highly regarded for its concise clarification of the complexities of World War II, this book illuminates the origins, course, and long-range effects of the war. It provides a balanced account that analyzes both the European and Pacific theaters of operations and the connections between them. The Fifth Edition incorporates new material based on the latest scholarship, offering updated conclusions on key topics and expanded coverage throughout.
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