The War of the World: History's Age of Hatred (Abridged Nonfiction)
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3.7 • 12 Ratings
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- £5.99
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- £5.99
Publisher Description
The world at the beginning of the 20th century seemed, for most of its inhabitants, stable and relatively benign. Globalizing, booming economies married to technological breakthroughs seemed to promise a better world for most people. Instead, the 20th century proved to be overwhelmingly the most violent, frightening and brutalized in history with fanatical, often genocidal warfare engulfing most societies between the outbreak of the First World War and the end of the Cold War. What went wrong? How did we do this to ourselves?
The War of the World comes up with compelling, fascinating answers. It is Niall Ferguson's masterpiece.
Customer Reviews
Great starter
Excellent review for such a vast subject. Definitely want to read more
Brilliant
This is a simply a stunning book, that will explain and likely change your view on the current state of the world, and exactly how we got to where we are, and maybe where we are heading,
Awesome
This talking book is superb. The detail of Ferguson's work is spellbinding and has re-ignited my interest in recent history. The naration is excellent making it a very easy listen. If you have seen and enjoyed the recent TV series you must purchase this!!