The Somme
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: A. H. Farrar-Hockley
Binding: Hardback
Published: B. T. Batsford Ltd, 1964
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
A. H. Farrar-Hockley's The Somme chronicles one of the most devastating battles in human history, offering a meticulous account of the 1916 offensive on the Western Front. This authoritative work presents the strategic decisions, tactical blunders, and immense human cost of the Somme campaign. It details the experiences of soldiers in the trenches, illustrating the brutal realities of industrial warfare. Farrar-Hockley argues for a nuanced understanding of the battle's legacy, moving beyond simplistic narratives to uncover the complex interplay of leadership, technology, and sacrifice. This essential historical analysis provides a profound insight into a pivotal moment of World War I.
Author: A. H. Farrar-Hockley
Binding: Hardback
Published: B. T. Batsford Ltd, 1964
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
A. H. Farrar-Hockley's The Somme chronicles one of the most devastating battles in human history, offering a meticulous account of the 1916 offensive on the Western Front. This authoritative work presents the strategic decisions, tactical blunders, and immense human cost of the Somme campaign. It details the experiences of soldiers in the trenches, illustrating the brutal realities of industrial warfare. Farrar-Hockley argues for a nuanced understanding of the battle's legacy, moving beyond simplistic narratives to uncover the complex interplay of leadership, technology, and sacrifice. This essential historical analysis provides a profound insight into a pivotal moment of World War I.