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Highly regarded for its concise clarification of the complexities of World War II, this book illuminates the origins, course, and long-range effects of the war. It provides a balanced account that analyzes both the European and Pacific theaters of operations and the connections between them. The Fifth Edition incorporates new material based on the latest scholarship, offering updated conclusions on key topics and expanded coverage throughout.
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Balancing coverage of the European and Pacific theaters of military operations and the war's impact on the home fronts, the author presents a brief, readable overview of the war and its causes. He includes revised interpretations of such topics as the Allied bombing offensive, and expanded treatment of diplomatic and political aspects of the conflict, including the Teheran and Yalta conferences. The final chapter examines the lingering effects of the war. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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