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Bradley Lightbody's The Second World War presents a comprehensive global history of the conflict, examining major theatres and pivotal events through thematic progression from ambition and advance to ultimate victory. This accessible account covers pre-war ambitions of Italy, Germany and Japan, the outbreak in Poland, the Phoney War, Blitzkrieg and the Fall of France, the Battle of Britain, Pearl Harbour, and extends through to the war's aftermath and lasting legacy. Routledge's edition traces the war's complex origins and background whilst exploring how initial expansionist goals faced mounting containment before culminating in decisive rout and triumph. Ideal for students, history enthusiasts and general readers seeking a coherent narrative that connects diplomatic manoeuvres, military campaigns and geopolitical consequences across all major regions affected by the Second World War.

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The Second World War by Routledge covers all major theatres including European and Pacific campaigns with thematic organisation from ambition through to final victory.

Bradley Lightbody examines pre-war ambitions of Italy, Germany and Japan alongside the outbreak in Poland and subsequent military campaigns.

This history encompasses the Phoney War, Blitzkrieg operations, the Fall of France and the Battle of Britain with global context throughout.

Routledge's edition addresses the war's origins, background, aftermath and lasting legacy for comprehensive historical understanding.

The Second World War presents an accessible narrative suitable for academic study, research and general readers interested in twentieth-century military history.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
27 May 2004
Listed Since
09 February 2007

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