A HISTORY OF THE GREAT WAR - All 6 Volumes (Illustrated with Maps and Plans) (eBook)

Enriched edition. World War I Through The Eyes of the Fighters: The British Campaign in France and Flanders

Arthur Conan Doyle (Autor)

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2024
1179 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654781289-0 (EAN)

Infos

In "A History of the Great War," Arthur Conan Doyle delves into the monumental events of World War I, capturing the complexities and human experiences intertwined with the conflict. Spanning six illustrated volumes, the work is notable for its meticulous research and compelling narrative style that merges historical analysis with vivid storytelling. Doyle employs maps and plans to enhance readers' understanding of the war's geography and strategic movements, placing the reader in the heart of the battlefront while documenting the political and social ramifications of the war across various nations. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, renowned primarily for creating the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes, possessed a profound commitment to social issues and historical accuracy, which is reflected in this extensive work. His experiences as a physician serving in the war and his keen interest in military strategy greatly informed this comprehensive history. Doyle sought not just to chronicle events but to elucidate the moral questions posed by the war, drawing on his personal convictions as a social commentator of his time. This seminal work is highly recommended for scholars and history enthusiasts alike, as it offers an indispensable perspective on one of the most significant events in modern history. Doyle's blend of narrative flair and scholarly research presents a moving tribute to those who lived through the Great War, making it essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the war's legacy.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.1.2024
• Einführung: Wesley Montague
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Wesley Montague
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► 20. Jahrhundert bis 1945
• Schlagworte: all the light we cannot see • Arthur Conan Doyle • a very english scandal • Classic Literature • comprehensive narratives • dead wake • Early 20th Century • Educational Resources • engaging storytelling • Great War • Historical Maps • History • Hitler • Illustrated • killers of the flower moon • Literature • Maps • military history • Plans • Political Conflicts • sapiens • Social Dynamics • The last kingdom • the lost city of z • the silk roads • the sleepwalkers • Visual Documentation • War Literature • world war analysis • World War I