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Origin Of The Second World War

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Origin Of The Second World War

By: A.J.P. Taylor

From the Back Cover: From the moment of its publication in 1961, A.J.P. Taylor's seminal work caused a storm of praise and controversy, and it has since been recognized as a classic: the first book ever to examine exclusively and in depth the causes of the Second World War and to apportion the responsibility among Allies and Germans alike. With crisp, clear prose and brilliant analysis, Taylor established that the war, "far from being premeditated, was a mistake, the result on both sides of diplomatic blunders." He argued that Hitler was more an opportunist than an ideologue who owed his successes to Great Britain's and France's tacking between resistance and appeasement, and to an American policy akin to "the significant episode of the dog in the night, to which Sherlock Holmes once drew attention. When Watson objected: 'But the dog did nothing in the night," Holmes answered: 'That was the significant episode.' "The Times Literary Supplement called The Origins of the Second World War "simple, devastating, superlatively readable, and deeply disturbing," and it remains so now-a groundbreaking book of enduring importance.

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Simon and Schuster

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0684829479

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The First World War

An Illustrated History

By: A J P Taylor

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The First World War

An Illustrated History

By: A J P Taylor

A. J. P. Taylor was one of the most acclaimed and uncompromising historians of the twentieth century. In this clear, lively and now-classic account of the First World War, he tells the story of the conflict from the German advance in the West, through the Marne, Gallipoli, the Balkans and the War at Sea to the offensives of 1918 and the state of Europe after the war. Containing photographs and maps, this an essential history of the war that 'cut deep into the consciousness of modern man'.

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Penguin UK

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0141042230

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English History 1914-1945

By: A. J. P. Taylor

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English History 1914-1945

By: A. J. P. Taylor

This book chronicles three decades largely overshadowed by war and mass unemployment. It was a period that saw in England the formation of a national government, the only genuine incidence of three-party politics, the fruition of campaigns for trades union recognition, women's suffrage, and Irish independence, and abroad withdrawal from the Gold Standard and involvement in collective security. Written in Taylor's customary provocative style, this is historical writing at its best. - ;This book begins on 4 August 1914, the day Britain entered the 'Great War', and describes the three decades of unparalleled upheaval and change up to the defeat of Japan in 1945, which marked the end of the Second World War. Twin themes of international conflict and mass unemployment in England predominate - besides giving a full account of foreign and domestic politics which were elaborated to deal with them, Taylor also pays particular attention to the impact of events on everyday lives. This book is an essential work from one of the finest historians of the twentieth century, which no one interested in the affairs of the UK will want to be without. -

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Oxford Paperbacks

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0192801406

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The Origins of the Second World War

By: A J P Taylor

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One of the most popular and controversial historians of the twentieth century, who made his subject accessible to millions, A.J.P. Taylor caused a storm of outrage with this scandalous bestseller. Debunking what were accepted truths about the Second World War, he argued provocatively that Hitler did not set out to cause the war as part of an evil master plan, but blundered into it partly by accident, aided by the shortcomings of others. Fiercely attacked for vindicating Hitler, A.J.P. Taylor’s stringent re-examination of the events preceding the Nazi invasion of Poland on 1st September 1939 opened up new debate, and is now recognized as a brilliant and classic piece of scholarly research. ‘Highly original and penetrating ... No one who has digested this enthralling work will ever be able to look at the period again in quite the same way’ Sunday Telegraph.

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014192702X

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English History 1914-1945

By: A. J. P. Taylor

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Struggles for Supremacy

Diplomatic Essays by A.J.P. Taylor

By: Chris Wrigley,A.J.P. Taylor

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Struggles for Supremacy

Diplomatic Essays by A.J.P. Taylor

By: Chris Wrigley,A.J.P. Taylor

This title was first published in 2000: A.J.P. Taylor (1906-90), one of the greatest historians of the twentieth century, initially established his reputation by his work in diplomatic history. This included his magisterial The Struggle for Mastery in Europe, 1848-1918 (1954) and The Origins of the Second World War (1961), both of which have remained in print. This collection brings together a rich selection of his essays and reviews in international history, only one of which (on Trieste) has been reprinted before. The collection includes many examples of his most lively writing, often controversial, yet usually full of insight.

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Routledge

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1351737058

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Struggles for Supremacy

Diplomatic Essays by A.J.P. Taylor

By: Chris Wrigley,A.J.P. Taylor

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Diplomatic Essays by A.J.P. Taylor

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The Course of German History

A Survey of the Development of German History since 1815

By: A.J.P. Taylor

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The Course of German History

A Survey of the Development of German History since 1815

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One of A.J.P. Taylor's best-known books, The Course of German History is a notoriously idiosyncratic work. Composed in his famously witty style, yet succinct to the point of sharpness, this is one of the great historian's finest, if more controversial, accomplishments. As Taylor himself noted, 'the history of the Germans is a history of extremes. It contains everything except moderation.' He could, of course, simply be referring to his own book.

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1040288731

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Revelation

By: Rev A J P Garrow,A.J.P. Garrow

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Revelation

By: Rev A J P Garrow,A.J.P. Garrow

Revelation claims to tell the story of 'what must soon take place', and yet, despite centuries of scholarly research, the order and content of this story has remained one of the greatest mysteries of all time. Arguing that Revelation was designed to be heard in six separate instalments, A.J.P. Garrow's innovative book suggests a new and orderly understanding of the structure of the story. This development makes possible a new and coherent interpretation of 'what must soon take place'. According to this study, John discerned a close connection between the present and the End. For today's readers, as for the members of the seven churches, this insight has profound implications for the way in which world events, weekly worship and everyday choices are perceived.

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1134757360

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Origin Of The Second World War

By: A.J.P. Taylor

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Trouble Makers

Dissent Over Foreign Policy, 1792-1939

By: A. J. P. Taylor

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Trouble Makers

Dissent Over Foreign Policy, 1792-1939

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Of his own titles this was A.J.P. Taylor's favourite. It is not hard to see why. The title alone provides a strong clue. He would always have an affinity with those engaged in such an activity. Derived from the Ford Lectures of 1956, A.J.P. Taylor in six vivid chapters examines Dissent over British Foreign Policy between 1792 and 1939. In his own words 'it is much the most exciting and interesting book I have written'.

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Faber & Faber

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0571243231

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9780571243235

Europe from Napoleon to the Second International

Essays on Nineteenth-Century Europe

By: A. J. P. Taylor

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Europe from Napoleon to the Second International

Essays on Nineteenth-Century Europe

By: A. J. P. Taylor

A. J. P. Taylor could never be dull, least of all in the essay. The medium was perfect for his qualities. In expression he displayed elegant brevity: in argument paradox: in knowledge lightly-worn mastery. The result was an aphoristic concinnity only perhaps bettered among historians by Macaulay. Faber are reissuing three volumes of essays expertly assembled and introduced by Chris Wrigley. This first one presents a dazzlingly varied conspectus of A. J. P. Taylor's shorter writings on the nineteenth-century. 'Compulsively quotable and often very funny . . . The range, volume and brio of his historical writing are astounding'. Roy Foster, Independent on Sunday

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0571243193

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From the Boer War to the Cold War

Essays on Twentieth-century Europe

By: A. J. P. Taylor

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From the Boer War to the Cold War

Essays on Twentieth-century Europe

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A. J. P. Taylor could never be dull, least of all in the essay. The medium was perfect for his qualities. In expression he displayed elegant brevity: in argument paradox: in knowledge lightly-worn mastery. The result was an aphoristic concinnity only perhaps bettered among historians by Macaulay. Faber Finds has reissued three volumes of Taylor's essays expertly assembled and introduced by Chris Wrigley. This second volume concentrates on the twentieth-century and, among other virtuoso displays, includes his controversial reappraisal of the beginnings of the First World War, 'War by Timetable' in which his relish of the paradox is seen at its most stimulating. 'Once you start reading, it is hard to stop ... The style is always arresting, the conclusions often startling. Taylor's subjects rage from Trotsky to Churchill, from Bernard Shaw to Malcolm Muggeridge.' Observer

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Book's by A.J.P. Taylor

Origin Of The Second World War

Origin Of The Second World War

The First World War

The First World War

English History 1914-1945

English History 1914-1945

The Origins of the Second World War

The Origins of the Second World War

English History 1914-1945

English History 1914-1945

Struggles for Supremacy

Struggles for Supremacy

Struggles for Supremacy

Struggles for Supremacy

The Course of German History

The Course of German History

Revelation

Revelation

Origin Of The Second World War

Origin Of The Second World War

Trouble Makers

Trouble Makers

Europe from Napoleon to the Second International

Europe from Napoleon to the Second International

From the Boer War to the Cold War

From the Boer War to the Cold War

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