Ranging from iconic items like the british spitfire, the purple heart, and hitlers mountain retreat, to personal treasures that tell the moving. For a fat single volume history of the war only, max hastings inferno is good. The story of its battles and key events is a familiar one, but the second world war in 100 objects offers a unique perspective on this global phenomenon by tracing its history through its objects, such as iconic items like the british spitfire, the george cross and adolf hitlers personal revolver, to personal. This is the official unit history for the 28th infantry division in world war ii. See all the objects from the radio 4 series a history of the world in 100 objects. Indepth, hourlong programs with a museum educator about specific topics in world war ii. See the history of world war ii in an entirely new light through 100 carefully chosen items, from the public to the deeply, poignantly personal. The first world war was one of the seminal events in world history.
November 5, 2011 for the book a history of the world in 100 objects, the director of the british museum chose 100 objects from his institutions collection of thousands to tell a surprisingly. The story of the worlds greatest conflict told through the objects that shaped it. With his new book on the second world war, british historian andrew roberts has not. A history of the world in 100 objects by neil macgregor. Memories of a nation, all available in penguin and now between them translated into more than a dozen languages. Selected by two specialists in military history, the objects in this book offer a unique perspective on the second world war. Every object has a moving, disturbing or remarkable history. The story of the worlds greatest conflict told through the objects that shaped it paperback march 7, 2017 by julian thompson author, dr.
Click on any link to find out more about an object, zoom in on the image and listen again or download the programme. The book was published by the news, the towns local newspapers. What are the best history books regarding the world wars. The history of the world in 100 objects the new york times. This category is for articles on history books with world war ii as a topic see also. Thoughtfully written and thoroughly accessible to readers of all backgrounds, a history of ireland in 100 objects is both a fascinating browse and a repository of historical highlights made tangible, highly recommended.
See the history of world war ii in an entirely new light. Peter doyle military history first world war in 100 objects. It traces its history through the examination of both public and office. Read more on the world war ii in 100 objects website. A history of the world in 100 objects by neil macgregor 2011. A history of the world in 100 objects by neil macgregor 2011 not. The second world war was a seminal event in world history. Cover of a history of the world in 100 objects, the companion book by neil macgregor a history of the world in 100 objects was a joint project of bbc radio 4 and the british museum, comprising a 100 part radio series written and presented by british museum director neil macgregor. Commemorate the centenary of the first truly global conflict through images of 100 iconic items, from the gas mask, zeppelin, and churchills famous cigar to personal possessions that tell poignant stories of those who fought and suffered. In that tradition, this handsome commemorative volume gives a unique perspective on one of the most pivotal and volatile events of modern history. Neil macgregors a history of the world in 100 objects takes a bold, original approach to human history, exploring past civilizations through the objects that defined them encompassing a grand sweep of human history, a history of the world in 100 objects begins with one of the earliest surviving objects made by human hands, a chopping tool from the olduvai gorge in africa, and ends with. This post on world war ii books is sponsored by libby. Buy a discounted hardcover of second world war in 100 objects online from australias leading online bookstore.
It begins with one of the earliest surviving objects made by human hands, a chopping tool from the olduvai gorge in africa, and ends with an object from the 21st century which represents the world we live in today. All in all, a history of the world in 100 objects is an impressive achievement. This is a compelling, frequently shocking and revelatory guide to the third reich that has been collated and presented by two of the worlds leading world war ii. The first world war in 100 objects by peter doyle, 9780752488110, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Selected by two specialists in military history, this book offers a unique perspective on the second world war by tracing its history through objectsfrom iconic items like the british spitfire, the purple heart, and hitlers mountain retreat, to personal treasures that tell the moving stories of individuals, to official documents, medals, and. He has chosen 100 objects related to the 1st world war and created a marvellous book, which tells the story of the 1st world war, in an easily read and informative style. The story of the worlds greatest conflict told through the objects that shaped it thompson, julian, millett, dr. A history of the world in 100 objects neil macgregor.
His previous books include a history of the world in 100 objects, shakespeares restless world and germany. The british museum and the bbc have done a commendable job of making it accessible to the public, as well, through their companion websites. His book wij slaven van suriname we slaves of suriname was a symbol of resistance against colonialism. Beautifully photographed, each item is accompanied by the unique story it tells about the war, its strategy, its innovations, and the people who. The story of its battles and key events is a familiar one, but the second world war in 100 objects offers a unique perspective on this global phenomenon by tracing its history through its objects, such as iconic items like the british spitfire, the george cross and adolf hitlers personal revolver, to personal objects which tell the. Second world war in 100 objects, the story of the worlds greatest. He has written a number of books including carltons the 1916 experience and. Here are some that i found interesting in various aspects. Olduvai gorge dating back about two million years and ending with a. A landmark bestseller, a history of the world in 100 objects is one f the most unusual and engrossing history books to be published in years. This category has the following 4 subcategories, out of 4 total. From the very first hand axe to the ubiquitous credit card, each item has a story to tell. A5 exercise book contains a log of a holiday in switzerland by boys from the 1st. Peter doyle is regarded as an expert on the 1st world war, and this book confirms that he is.
From ancient civilizations to modern times world history, history books, people history history in 50 events series book 1 world war 2 historys 10 most incredible women. First world war in 100 objects examines the conflict from artefacts that ultimately mean something to people, and which, with correct interpretation, can be shown to mean something to very many more. Terms in this set 100 which statement about japanese americans interned during world war ii is most accurate. By downloading libby to your smartphone, you can access thousands of ebooks and audiobooks from your library for free anytime and anywhere. In world war i in 100 objects, military historian peter doyle shares a fascinating collection of items, from patriotic badges worn by british citizens to field equipment developed by the united states. A history of the world in 100 objects financial times. The distance learning specialist will contact you to confirm your date and time. Virtual field trips the national wwii museum new orleans. A photographic magazine style book full of black and white newspaper photos of portsmouth after severe bombing during world war ii. The story of its battles and key events is a familiar one, but the second world war in 100 objects offers a unique perspective on this global phenomenon by tracing its history through its objects, such as iconic items like the british spitfire, the george cross and adolf hitlers personal revolver, to personal objects which tell the poignant stories of individuals and official documents, maps and orders. Complete the online request form by clicking the button below. The result was unveiled on a bbc radio 4 program in early 2010, and the bbc and the british museum published a book of the series, a history of the world in. In association with the imperial war museum by john hugheswilson currently unavailable.
This book offers a unique perspective on the worlds first truly global conflict. The second world war in 100 objects by julian thompson. The story of the great war told through the objects that shaped it sheffield, gary on. In 2010, he was made a member of the order of merit, the uks highest civil honour. There is no doubt this small hardcover book history of world war 11 by francis trevelyan miller, assisted by a staff of 200 experts is a collectors item. In my opinion the best fat single volume source to explain that is modern times, by paul johnson, although it extend. See the history of world war ii in an entirely new way. A history of the german war machine 193945 2011 and armies of. The second world war in 100 objects online nationaal comite 4. Details in very readable fashion i thought how the german efforts to build the high seas fleet essentially alienated t. A history of the world in 100 objects stretches back two million years and covers the globe. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools.
The story of the great war told through the objects that shaped it. The story of the worlds greatest conflict told through the objects that shaped it selected by two specialists in military history, the objects in this book offer a unique perspective on the second world war. America in the world pulled from the smithsonian collections, these items range millennia, from prehistoric dinosaurs to the very first supercomputer. But for the airmen of the 415th night fighter squadron, it felt more like the beginning of war of the worlds lt. One hundred objects from museums across the uk with resources, information and teaching ideas to inspire your students interest in history. A global history, told through 100 objects for the book a history of the world in 100 objects, the director of the british museum chose 100 objects. Yet a history of the world in 100 objects the series of 15minute talks for bbc radio 4 by the director of the british museum, neil macgregor, now issued as an illustrated book has been a. A history of the world in 100 objects dr neil macgregor isbn. To date he has published more than 40 books, including a history of the world in 100 weapons 2011, deadly force 2009 and tools of violence 2008. A history of the world in 100 weapons by chris mcnab. The second world war in 100 objects hardcover walmart. Approaching the canon of world war ii literature is a challenge for a general reader but the 100 objects approach is a novel and accessible presentation. None could have imagined quite how the radio series would permeate the national consciousness.
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