Passchendaele

Name: Passchendaele
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SKU: 9780241970102
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A New History

By Nick Lloyd

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Passchendaele by Nick Lloyd delves into the harrowing World War I battle of the same name, exploring its strategic importance and dire conditions. The book provides a vivid account of the struggle amidst mud and constant artillery, offering insights into the decisions and experiences of those involved. Through meticulous research, Lloyd captures the complexity and significance of this pivotal military episode.
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If you're fascinated by the intricacies of World War I and appreciate detailed historical analysis, this book provides an in-depth exploration of one of its most notorious battles. You might enjoy it if you're interested in military strategy, personal stories, and the broader impact of this conflict on the course of history.

Passchendaele

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The most compelling, critically acclaimed account ever written of the climax of trench warfare on the Western Front.

'A timely re-appraisal . . . a masterpiece' — General Lord Richard Dannatt

Between July and November 1917, in a small corner of Belgium, more than 500,000 men were killed or maimed, gassed or drowned—many of the bodies were never found. The Ypres offensive represents the modern impression of the First World War: splintered trees, water-filled craters, muddy shell-holes.

The climax was one of the worst battles of both world wars—Passchendaele. The village fell eventually, only for the whole offensive to be called off. But, as Nick Lloyd shows, notably through previously unexamined German documents, it put the Allies nearer to a major turning point in the war than we have ever imagined.

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Passchendaele by Nick Lloyd is praised for its meticulous research and fresh examination of the infamous Great War battle. Reviewers commend its rational explanation and sweeping aside of prevailing myths. The book is lauded as both scholarly and gripping, offering a balanced account of events from both the British and German perspectives, with striking narrative clarity and compelling analysis.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241970102

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 October 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 323g

Pages: 464

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Education & Reference European History History & Military Military History Nick Lloyd Non-Fiction Penguin Books

About the Author

Nick Lloyd is Professor of Modern Warfare at King's College London, based at the Defence Academy UK in Shrivenham, Wiltshire. He is the author of four previous books, including Passchendaele- A New History, which was a Sunday Times top ten bestseller. He lives with his family in Cheltenham.

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