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The Hinge of Fate
The Second World War
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See moreWinston 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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The Hinge of Fate by Winston Churchill is part of his six-volume series detailing the monumental events of the Second World War. This series remains the definitive history of the conflict that swept the globe, noted for its lucid and dramatic narrative.
The work is remarkable not only for its breadth and sweep but also for its vivid sense of personal involvement. Universally acknowledged as a magnificent reconstruction, it stands as an enduring and compelling work that contributed to Churchill being awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature.
The Hinge of Fate specifically describes the pivotal moments when the tide of the war began to turn in favour of Britain and its allies. It covers Japan's successful assault on the Pacific, Britain's efforts to support a beleaguered Russia, and the eventual defeat of Rommel at the Battle of Alamein.
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The Hinge of Fate by Winston Churchill is widely appreciated for its in-depth analysis of World War II strategy and operations. Reviewers commend Churchill's narrative style, which offers both a comprehensive overview and personal insights into key wartime decisions. The book is valued for its historical significance and the unique perspective provided by Churchill's firsthand experience in leadership during the conflict.
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ISBN: 9780141441757
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 05 May 2005
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Classics
Edition: 4th edition
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 39.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 636g
Pages: 960
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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