Battlefields of the Second World War

by Richard Holmes

Book Overview

'Battlefields of the Second World War' is what every Richard Holmes fan has been waiting for. In this fascinating and brilliantly articulated study of the Second World War, he clarifies the complexities of four of its campaigns: El Alamein, Monte Cassino, Operation Market Garden (of which Arnhem formed a crucial part)and the RAF's bomber offensive against Germany. The book originates in his firm conviction that the sacrifices made by British service...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0563488123
• ISBN13: 9780563488125
• Release Date: August 2007
• Publisher: BBC Books
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.0" x 7.8"

Customer Reviews

Another great work by a renowned author

The author is a Brigadier from the Territorial Army which is the equivalent of the US National Guard. He is undoubtedly very well versed in the subject and has produced an excellent account,