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Second Story Books, ABAA, Rockville, MD, U.S.A.
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Octavo; xx, 398 pages; VG-; Bound in red cloth with gilt text; Covers have mild edgewear and shelfwear, bending along spine edges, discoloration to gilt on spine, slight bumping and rubbing to corners; Textblock has foxing to some pages and along edges; NOTE: Shelved in Locked Annex Area, "FDA" Section. 1367399. FP New Rockville Stock. Seller Inventory # 1367399
Title: ENGLAND'S HOLY WAR: A STUDY OF ENGLISH ...
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf, New York
Publication Date: 1928
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: First Edition.
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating and complex history of British public opinion and political maneuvering in the lead-up to World War I, with a particular focus on the transformation of the Liberal Party's stance from pacifism to staunch support for the war. Set against the backdrop of rising tensions in Europe and the escalating conflict between Austria-Hungary and Serbia, the narrative explores how British newspapers, particularly those aligned with the Liberal Party, initially expressed skepticism and reluctance towards involvement in a continental war. However, as events unfolded, including the German invasion of Belgium and the perceived threat to the balance of power, the narrative traces the shift in public sentiment and the justifications used to frame the war as a necessary and righteous endeavor. The author skillfully analyzes the rhetoric and arguments employed by prominent newspapers and politicians, revealing the intricate interplay of idealism, self-interest, and national identity that shaped British attitudes towards the war. By examining the evolving discourse surrounding the conflict, the book sheds light on the complex motivations and justifications that led a nation, once hesitant, to embrace a war that would forever alter the course of history. Ultimately, this book offers valuable insights into the power of propaganda, the fragility of peace, and the enduring legacy of World War I on British society and beyond. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780331045185_0
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: Melanie Nelson Books, Livingston, NY, NY, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. ----------Maroon cloth covers with gilt cover design. book is 8 1/2" tall. 398 pages.VERY GOOD CONDITION, solid binding and clean text, note just pages 10 and 226, ink remark about text- - - no dust jacket. Seller Inventory # 048697
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: S N Books World, Delhi, India
Leatherbound. Condition: NEW. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 432. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1928 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 432. Seller Inventory # LB100155388703
Quantity: 18 available
Seller: True World of Books, Delhi, India
LeatherBound. Condition: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 436 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 436 Language: Englishlish. Seller Inventory # LB990000215213
Quantity: 18 available