The Biographical Dictionary of World War II

Boatner, Mark M., III

Published by Presidio Press, Novato, California, 1996

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New condition glossy black boards with gold spine lettering contained in a fine condition price-clipped color illustrated dust jacket. Includes List of Other Books by Mark M. Boatner, III; Acknowledgments; Introduction; Glossary; Bibliography and List of Authorities Cited. "The Biographical Dictionary of World War II is a monumental, single-volume reference that contains authoritative accounts of more than 1,000 key personalities from the war years. Mark Boatner. provides clear, detailed, and revealing accounts of all the major -- and numerous minor -- Allied, Axis, and non-aligned miltary and political figures from World War II. Selected from the vast stage of World War II are concise, fact-filled biographical sketches of the personages who shaped and directed the events of his titanic conflict. Arranged alphabetically from Abdul Illah ibn Ali, the regent of Iraq who was executed by his own people following the war, to Solly Zuckerman, the British scientist and adviser on strategic bombing decisions, the more than 1,000 entries form a comprehensive and invaluable reference to World War II. A major feature increasing the dictionary's usefulness is a wealth of comprehensive cross references used to link the entries of individuals referred to elsewhere in the book. Pertinent bibliographical information accompanies entries, and at the end of the book is a complete bibliography of works and sources used, as well as an extensive glossary. Objective in tone, rewarding and entertaining for random browsing as well as direct reference, The Biographical Dictionary of World War II is a must for everyone with an interest in the people of World War II." - from the inner front jacket flap.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Biographical Dictionary of World War II
• Publisher: Presidio Press, Novato, California
• Publication Date: 1996
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New
• Dust Jacket Condition: Fine