The Good Years: From 1900 To The First World War

Lord, Mr Walter

ISBN 10: 1166137635 / ISBN 13: 9781166137632

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Good Years: From 1900 To The First World War
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1166137635
• ISBN 13: 9781166137632
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

The Good Years: From 1900 To The First World War is a comprehensive historical account of the era between 1900 and the outbreak of World War I. Written by Walter Lord, the book explores the social, cultural, and political changes that took place during this period, including the rise of industrialization, the suffrage movement, and the growing tensions between European powers.Lord draws on a wide range of primary sources, including diaries, letters, and newspapers, to provide a vivid and engaging portrayal of life during this time. He also includes personal anecdotes and stories to bring the era to life and make it accessible to readers.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of the period, such as the impact of new technologies, the changing role of women, and the growing influence of the United States on the world stage. Lord also explores the complex relationships between the major European powers, including the alliances and rivalries that ultimately led to the outbreak of World War I.Overall, The Good Years: From 1900 To The First World War is a fascinating and insightful look at a pivotal period in world history. It offers readers a deeper understanding of the social, cultural, and political forces that shaped the early 20th century and set the stage for the tumultuous decades that followed.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

About the Author

Walter Lord (1917-2002) studied history at Princeton, and after World War Two, attended Yale University where he earned a Law degree. While he is best known for his work A Night to Remember, concerning the sinking of the RMS Titanic, he is also the author of numerous other works including Day of Infamy and Peary to the Pole.