Tato série se ponoří do hlubin moderních konfliktů, zkoumá jejich složité příčiny a historické kontexty. Každá kniha odhaluje klíčové momenty, které formovaly povahu válčení od počátku 20. století. Nabízí pronikavé analýzy politických, sociálních a technologických faktorů, které vedly k nejvýznamnějším světovým střetům. Čtenáři získají hlubší porozumění tomu, jak se vojenské strategie a mezinárodní vztahy vyvíjely v turbulentních dobách.
The book features contributions from various authors under the guidance of General Editor Harry Hearder, focusing on a specific theme or subject matter. It aims to provide in-depth analysis and insights, making it a valuable resource for readers interested in the topic. The collaborative effort showcases diverse perspectives and expertise, enhancing the overall understanding of the subject.
Professor Iriye analyses the origins of the 1941 conflict against the background of international relations in the preceding decade in order to answer the key question: Why did Japan, which had not been able to defeat the isolated and divided forces of China, decide to go to war against so... číst celé
The revised edition incorporates fresh scholarship stemming from the fall of the Soviet Union and newly accessible Chinese archives, significantly enhancing the analysis of the roles played by the Soviet Union, China, and Korea. Dr. Lowe has extensively updated his original work from 1986 to reflect these developments, offering a more comprehensive understanding of the historical context and dynamics involved.
Explores the "war guilt" issue, highlighting economic factors and the collapse of the Concert of Europe post-1848 as a backdrop for the Crimean War. It contends that the responsibility for the war rests with the individual leaders who had the power to avert it.
The book delves into the origins of the American Civil War, highlighting its significance as the bloodiest conflict of the nineteenth century. It explores the intertwining of ideology and self-interest, the destructiveness of weaponry, and the extensive mobilization of resources on both sides. Additionally, it emphasizes how the war's realities permeated American society, making it a precursor to modern warfare and establishing it as the first distinctly modern war. This comprehensive analysis is a significant addition to a renowned series.
This history gives a balanced and judicious introduction to the immensely complex and controversial subject of Arab-Israel conflice, weaving different strands of the story into a single coherent narrative, thus making it essential reading for all students studying conflict in the Middle East. číst celé