Mark Arnold-Forster Knihy

The Second World War was the largest and most appalling military conflagration in history. It killed millions of people. It destroyed much of the old Europe. It altered the world balance of political and economic power. Its consequences are incalculable and are everywhere with us still. In his now classic book, The World at War , Mark Arnold-Forster tells the story of the War in a simple, bold and highly readable way. He illuminates each of the main theatres individually, so that the complex development of the various military campaigns can be easily followed. Making use of original documents as well as first-hand interviews, he has produced a history which is both authoritative and intensely vivid. Originally written to accompany the Thames Television series of the same name, The World at War has since been fully revised and now, for the first time, includes a substantial introduction by Richard Overy, which brings to bear the most recent scholarship and ensures that the book remains one of the best possible accounts of this cataclysmic period.

Sir Jeremy Isaacs has rightfully received numerous accolades for his documentary work, including the Royal Television Society's Desmond Davis Award, an Emmy, and a knighthood from Queen Elizabeth II. His monumental series remains the definitive visual history of World War II, distinguished by the extensive visual documentation preserved by both the Axis and Allies. This war is uniquely understood through its powerful images, with the Nazis meticulously documenting their atrocities in surprising color footage. The series was among the first to fully utilize these resources, providing an extraordinary visual narrative of the 20th century's greatest event. Key highlights include: "A New Germany 1933-39," showcasing Hitler's rise; "Whirlwind," depicting early British losses; "Stalingrad," marking a pivotal defeat for Germany; and "Inside the Reich," offering a captivating look at life in Nazi Germany. The series also features "Morning," one of the few unromanticized views of the Normandy invasion, and "Genocide," a widely shown introduction to the Holocaust. While primarily focused on Europe, it also addresses wartime Japan and the Manhattan Project in "The bomb." This series stands as an essential resource for historians and students alike, ensuring that no serious collection is complete without it. Rarely is film so crucial to understanding history.