The most destructive conflict in history, the Second World War devastated Europe and much of Asia, resulting in up to 55 million deaths. Teach Yourself The Second World War offers you a strong foundation in this fascinating subject by charting the military campaigns, introducing major figures, and explaining the war's far-reaching impact. The Teach Yourself History series present all the facts and dates in a dynamic format that enables you to experience and understand the great historic events that shaped, and continue to influence, our world.

Teach Yourself The Second World War (Teach Yourself: History & Politics)

History

Farmer,Alan

Americas

McGraw=Hill

This is the sequel to Alan Farmer's book covering foreign and imperial affairs from 1919-39. This new title covers the period from the outbreak of World War II to the coning to power of the Wilson Government. In particular, Britain's relations with Europe, the Empire/Commonwealth and the USA is investigated, and the roles of Churchill, Atlee, Bevin, Eden and Macmillan assessed. The book covers areas which have been the subject of much recent, sometimes controversial study (e.g. Charmley's Churchill biography). It provides the usual "Access" series features, giving extensive student guidance.

Britain: Foreign and Imperial Affairs 1939 1964 (Access to History)

Teen & Young Adult

Education & Reference

Hodder&Stoughton

This title provides a detailed account of the issues and events which led to the Holocaust, and discusses the historiographical interpretations surrounding that event. The book examines anti-Semitism in Europe before 1933, the nature of Hitler's rule in Germany and Nazi anti-Semitic policy from 1939 to 1941, as well as Nazi euthanasia policies during the same period. The volume concludes by exploring the horrendous developments from 1941 onwards and attempts to reach a balanced conclusion by determining who was responsible for the ultimate "Final Solution."

Anti-Semitism and the Holocaust (Access to History)

Historical Study & Educational Resources

This book introduces the major social, economic and political themes of European history during the period 1890 to 1990. Issues and events such as the origins of World War I, the Russian Revolution and the fall of communism are introduced and analyzed through narrative and structured activities.

An Introduction to Modern European History, 1890-1990 (Access to History Context)

Europe

Hodder Education Publishers

This title assesses the key areas of nineteenth-century European history in an accessible and progressive way. The author examines the key political, economic and social developments in Italy, Germany, France, Russia and Austria-Hungary. Issues and events such as the 1848 Revolutions, Italian and German Unification and the origins of the First World War are analysed and explained through an up-to-date narrative and carefully structured activities.

An Introduction to 19th-Century European History (Access to History Context)

Drawing on the research by historians, this second edition examines nineteenth-century German history and the factors that most significantly affected the movement towards national unity. It discusses social, cultural, religious and economic changes in Germany.

The Unification of Germany, 1815-90 (Access to History)

Stiles, Andrina

This resource focuses on the major themes in British foreign policy in the inter-war years, paying particular attention to dealings with Germany during the 1930s and the debate over appeasement. The book also looks at Britain's relations with the dominions, India, and the rest of the Empire. The text is supported with contemporary source material, maps, and chronological tables. Study guides, exercises, and advice on tackling differentiated exam questions are also included.

Britain: Foreign & Imperial Affairs 1919-39 (Access to History)

This title introduces the major political and social themes of this period of American history in an accessible and progressive way. Issues and events such as slavery, the origins and course of the American Civil War, boom and bust, and foreign policy are given full coverage. Particular topics such as the USA and the Cold War, involvement in Vietnam and race relations are also introduced and analysed. This is an essential text for students studying aspects of American history for AS and A Level.

An Introduction to American History, 1860-1990 (Access to History Context)

Sanders, Vivienne

This second edition has been updated to take account of the latest historical research. The author offers detailed coverage of the nature of the war and international reaction to it. The roles of key figures such as Lincoln, Davis, U.S. Grant, and General Lee are also assessed. The book also features a wide variety of source material including propaganda, diary extracts, and correspondence, detailing the politics, main events, and horrors of the war.

The American Civil War 1861-65

This resource focuses on the major themes in British foreign policy in the inter-war years, paying particular attention to dealings with Germany during the 1930s and the debate over appeasement. The book also looks at Britain's relations with the dominions, India, and the rest of the Empire. The text is supported with contemporary source material, maps, and chronological tables. Study guides, exercises, and advice on tackling differentiated exam questions are also included.

Britain: Foreign Affairs 1919-1939 (Access to History)

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