The Vanquished

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Why the First World War Failed to End, 1917-1923

By Robert Gerwarth

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The Vanquished by Robert Gerwarth explores the immediate aftermath of World War I, focusing on the violent upheaval and power struggles in Europe as shattered empires collapsed. It delves into the chaos and revolution that marked nations from Russia to Germany, reshaping the continent and setting the stage for future conflicts. This historical analysis provides a comprehensive look at the period's tumult and transformation.
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This book might appeal to you if you're interested in exploring the often-overlooked aftermath of World War I, highlighting the volatile and transformative period filled with revolutionary violence and societal upheaval. It's a fascinating read for those eager to understand how the end of the war was not the end of conflict but rather a precursor to further turmoil across Europe.

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A gripping work of history in the tradition of Christopher Clark's The Sleepwalkers

In this highly original and gripping book, Robert Gerwarth asks us to think again about the true legacy of the First World War. In large part, it was not the fighting on the Western front which proved so ruinous to Europe's future, but the devastating aftermath. Countries on both sides of the original conflict were wrecked by revolution, pogroms, mass expulsions, and further major military clashes.

Everywhere there were vengeful people, their lives racked by a murderous sense of injustice, looking for the opportunity to revenge themselves on enemies real and imaginary. Only a decade later, the rise of the Third Reich and other totalitarian states provided them with the opportunity they had been looking for.

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The Vanquished by Robert Gerwarth is praised for its intricate narrative and detailed analysis of post-World War I Europe, explaining how the continent's descent into chaos set the stage for future conflicts. Reviewers highlight its compelling storytelling and use of historical testimonies to bring the period to life. The work is noted for its vivid depiction of the violence and instability that persisted in central, eastern, and south-eastern Europe, offering a new perspective on familiar historical events.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141976372

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 June 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 346g

Pages: 464

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European History History & Military Military History Non-Fiction Penguin Books Robert Gerwarth

About the Author

Robert Gerwarth is Professor of Modern History at University College Dublin and Director of its Centre for War Studies. He is the author of The Bismarck Myth and a biography of Reinhard Heydrich. He has studied and taught in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany and France.

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