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Collins Atlas of World War II
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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 912
EAN: 9780060890773
ISBN: 0060890770
Label: Collins
Manufacturer: Collins
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 192
Publication Date: September 01, 2006
Publisher: Collins
Release Date: August 29, 2006
Studio: Collins
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Editorial Review:
A stunning visual account of the greatest conflict in world history.
The Second World War is the largest event in the history of mankind. No populated continent was untouched by its operations, and the political structure of the postwar world has been largely determined by its outcome. The global nature of the war, and the ambitions of the belligerents, meant that it was fought on a scale that, even today, confounds the imagination. It was a stimulus to unparalleled economic activity and provoked the most important clash of ideologies experienced by the world since the Crusades.
The Collins Atlas of World War II furthers our understanding of the war that forever changed our world. The scale and scope of the war is examined here in graphic form, with maps that trace the military campaigns as well as the social and political developments. Authoritative text addresses the issues and events leading to war and all of the clashes and challenges during wartime.
- More than 125 full-color maps, diagrams, and timelines
- Edited by acclaimed military historian John Keegan
- Comprehensive coverage of the prewar world and the world at war
- Examination of military plans and key battles
- Internet links for further research
- Glossary and Index
For anyone with an interest in the history, society, politics, warfare, and culture of the world, the Collins Atlas of World War II is a perfect companion.
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating: - Excellent but at times Skewed Resource
This is a generally excellent reference source. It contains clear, comprehensive, and well-drawn maps on a variety of issues relating to World War II, including for example, shifting political boundaries and allegiances, as well as battles. The troop formations and movements for major battles are very well done. All charts, tables, and maps are in color for further clarity. The text itself (each mini-topic is given a two-page treatment) is also very well-written.
But a shortcoming ... Read More
Rating: - Good little ol' atlas
The Collins Atlas of World War II is by no means comprehensive -- but it's not meant to be. What it is and what it does very well, is give an overviews of battles and situtations from the war. It does this with a ton of full-color maps, supported by text and charts. The maps, to be sure, are somewhat small -- but the book is small. It atlas offers itself as a well-illustrated overview, and it more than keeps the promise. The price is extremely enticing.
Rating: - Coherent and attractive
I chose to purchase this Atlas on account of its author, John Keegan. The Atlas is presented in an an attractive format. Each page contains a description of the battle/era alongside a map portraying the relevant events. The maps are clear, colorful and diverse. Map topics range from political developments (pre-war), strategic military events and tactical battle views, down to the battalion level. Of particular interest I found the Stalingrad map, which clearly displays the city's various districts ... Read More
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