The Grand Alliance

The Second World War
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The Grand Alliance by Winston Churchill offers a detailed account of the pivotal period in World War II when the global scale of the conflict was at its height. Churchill vividly describes the orchestration of key alliances, the strategies involved, and the critical battles that shaped the outcome of the war. This volume provides insight into the diplomatic and military efforts that united nations against a common enemy.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the strategic intricacies and political manoeuvres of World War II, as it offers Churchill's firsthand account of the war efforts and international diplomacy. It provides an insightful perspective on the challenges faced by the Allies and the critical decisions that shaped the course of the war.

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The Grand Alliance

Winston Churchill's six-volume history of the cataclysm that swept the world remains the definitive history of the Second World War.

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Winston Churchill's six-volume history of the cataclysm that swept the world remains the definitive history of the Second World War. Lucid, dramatic, and remarkable both for its breadth and sweep and for its sense of personal involvement, it is universally acknowledged as a magnificent reconstruction and is an enduring, compelling work that led to his being awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature.

The Grand Alliance recounts the momentous events of 1941 surrounding America's entry into the War and Hitler's march on Russia, the continuing onslaught on British civilians during the Blitz, Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor, and the alliance between Britain and America that shaped the outcome of the War.

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The Grand Alliance by Winston Churchill is highly praised for its detailed account of the early years of World War II, focusing on strategic decisions and political narratives. Reviewers commend Churchill's vivid and personal style, providing insights into the complexities of wartime leadership and international diplomacy. However, some critique it for a pro-British perspective, with an emphasis on Churchill’s role and viewpoint.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141441740

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 May 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Edition: 3rd edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 35.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 568g

Pages: 848

About the Author

Winston S. Churchill (1874-1965) was prime minister of Great Britain from 1940 to 1945 and from 1951 to 1955. A prolific writer, whose works include The Second World War and A History of the English-Speaking Peoples, Churchill was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1953.

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