Blood, Tears and Folly: An Objective Look at World War II - Softcover

Deighton, Len

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0099520494 ISBN 13: 9780099520498

Publisher: Vintage Books, 2007

Synopsis

Despite the volumes written about World War II, many questions remain un-answered. In this balanced and thoughtful chronicle, historian and World War II expert Len Deighton dares to explore intriguing questions, including why the British weren't more prepared for the Blitz and why Hitler failed to thoroughly support his U-boat program. He also warns that we haven't yet learned the lessons of World War II, as ethnic cleansing, Middle East violence, and the widening gap between rich and poor still plague the world.

About this title

From the Publisher

"In this well-researched and balanced history of World War II, Deighton analyzes the weapons, manpower, and nuts-and-bolts tactics of each power, and the personalities that the war generated. . . . A comprehensive and absorbing look at the century's major conflict."--Booklist

About the Author

Len Deighton is the author of over thirty bestsellers of carefully researched fiction and non-fiction. His history writing was encouraged by A. J. P. Taylor and his books are noted for the picture they provide of the German side of the fighting as well as that of the Allies. His books include Fighter: The True Story of the Battle of Britain and Blitzkrieg, both published by Pimlico.

Edition details

• Publisher: Vintage Books
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0099520494
• ISBN 13: 9780099520498
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 672