August 1914
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Alexander Solzhenitsyn
Binding: Hardback
Published: THE BODLEY HEAD, 1972
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
'August 1914 chronicles the tumultuous opening month of World War I on the Eastern Front, presenting a panoramic view of the Russian Empire's ill-fated invasion of East Prussia. Solzhenitsyn masterfully illustrates the strategic blunders, the human cost of war, and the societal tensions that plagued Russia at the precipice of revolution. The narrative details the devastating Battle of Tannenberg, uncovering the profound impact of military incompetence and political intrigue on the lives of soldiers and civilians alike. This epic work argues for a re-evaluation of historical narratives, offering a stark and unvarnished account of a pivotal moment in the 20th century.'
Author: Alexander Solzhenitsyn
Binding: Hardback
Published: THE BODLEY HEAD, 1972
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
'August 1914 chronicles the tumultuous opening month of World War I on the Eastern Front, presenting a panoramic view of the Russian Empire's ill-fated invasion of East Prussia. Solzhenitsyn masterfully illustrates the strategic blunders, the human cost of war, and the societal tensions that plagued Russia at the precipice of revolution. The narrative details the devastating Battle of Tannenberg, uncovering the profound impact of military incompetence and political intrigue on the lives of soldiers and civilians alike. This epic work argues for a re-evaluation of historical narratives, offering a stark and unvarnished account of a pivotal moment in the 20th century.'