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World War II The Definitive Visual Guide

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World War II The Definitive Visual Guide by DK is an extensive visual exploration of the Second World War, providing a comprehensive overview of the conflict. The book delves into major battles, key figures, and significant events, enriched with photographs, maps, and timelines. It offers a detailed and engaging look at the war's impact on the world, making it a valuable resource for understanding this pivotal period in history.
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This book may appeal to you if you have a keen interest in history and a passion for immersive, visually engaging content. You'll likely enjoy exploring the meticulously researched timelines, striking photographs, and informative maps that vividly bring to life the major events and battles of World War II.

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World War II The Definitive Visual Guide

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This defining period in world history is explored and explained as never before.

World War II- The Definitive Visual Guide is captured in hundreds of compelling images, presenting the people, places, and politics involved in the epic conflict.

Inside this complete visual guide is chronological coverage of the lead up to war, major military battles around the globe, and the aftermath that still influences and impacts our world today. You'll meet the key players in thought-provoking profiles and discover their experiences firsthand, from national leaders sounding the orders to combatants on the frontline and civilians left behind. Standout moments, including Pearl Harbor, Hiroshima, and the D-Day landings, are revealed in rarely seen colour photographs and unforgettable eyewitness accounts.

Explosive photography, international maps, accessible text, and supporting timelines combine to show the most destructive event ever known in unprecedented depth and detail. Although the complexities of World War II can be hard to fathom, this standout reference is organised in a logical order and the supporting captions are concise and clear throughout to aid understanding.

World War II- The Definitive Visual Guide provides an unparalleled account of this devastating conflict so we never forget and continue to learn from the past.

Series: DK Definitive Visual Histories

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241525685

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 06 May 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK

Contributors:

  • Editor-in-chief Richard Holmes

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 243.0mm

Height: 288.0mm

Weight: 1972g

Pages: 372

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About the Author

A renowned military historian, Richard Holmes was Professor of Military and Security Studies at Cranfield University in Bedfordshire and the Defence College of Management and Technology in Wiltshire. He wrote several best-selling books on the daily experience of soldiers, and presented programmes for the BBC on subjects including World War II battles and the American Revolution. He died in 2011.

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