Routledge History of the First World War

<p><em>The Routledge History of the First World War</em> is a work which in a single volume covers a range of major themes and issues relating to that conflict.</p><p>Providing a comprehensive but readily accessible reference work examining the First World War in accordance with a broad range of themes this book presents the many ways in which study of the First World War can take place and introduces readers to new areas of research often untouched in other studies of the war. With a scholarly Introduction and 60 chapters by specialist authors who come from 14 different countries across four continents the book is also intended to open lines of further inquiry from its solid base of academic knowledge. The volume demonstrates the war’s global and total nature examining the conflict in all major theatres and through the lens of the key combatants and neutrals. It also fully engages with issues of race gender ideology and society during the war.</p><p>This book will appeal to students of all levels scholars and general readers alike interested in the First World War from several different perspectives and research areas. The 60 chapters cover topics from numerous angles and provide detailed information about all aspects relating to the First World War.</p>