English History 1914-1945 (The Oxford History of England) - Softcover

Taylor, The Late A. J. P.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0192801406 ISBN 13: 9780192801401

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2001

Synopsis

Beginning on August 4, 1914, the day Britain entered the "Great War," this book guides us through three decades of unparalleled upheaval and change in Britain that eventually lead to the defeat of Japan in 1945--a momentous event that marked the end of the Second World War. Twin themes of international conflict and mass unemployment in England predominate. And besides a full account of foreign and domestic politics that were enacted to deal with them, Taylor pays particular attention to the impact of events on everyday lives. It is an essential work from one of the finest historians of the twentieth century--a book that no one interested in British affairs will want to be without.

About this title

About the Author:

A. J. P Taylor was one of Britain's most respected and influential historians. He was Professor of History and Fellow of Magdalen College, University of Oxford. He died in 1990.

Review:

"An outstanding achievement...an exciting book, for historian and layman alike."--Spectator

About this edition

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0192801406
• ISBN 13: 9780192801401
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 750