The Desert War

Book 4 of the Ladybird Expert History of the Second World War

James Holland, Keith Burns

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English

Michael Joseph Ltd
12 July 2018

African history; Second World War; Battles & campaigns

Series: The Ladybird Expert Series

An accessible and authoritative introduction to the Desert War for adult readers

Part of the new Ladybird Expert series, The Desert War is an accessible. insightful and authoritative introduction to the standoff between the Axis and Allies in the harsh deserts of North Africa.

Historian, author and broadcaster James Holland draws on the latest research and interviews with participants to bring colour, detail and a fresh perspective to the story of how the British blunted Mussolini's ambitions in Africa, making Italy a liability rather than an asset to Germany.

Inside, you'll discover how tactics, organisation and new technologies were brought to bear, about the different challenges faced by both the Axis and the Allies, and, above all, the skill, bravery and endurance of those engaged in a contest that was of critical importance to the outcome of the war.

By: James Holland
By (artist): Keith Burns
Imprint: Michael Joseph Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 180mm, Width: 120mm, Spine: 5mm
Weight: 124g
ISBN: 9780718186500
ISBN 10: 0718186508
Series: The Ladybird Expert Series
Pages: 56
Publication Date: 12 July 2018
Recommended Age: From 11 years
Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , General/trade , ELT Advanced , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

James Holland is an internationally acclaimed and award-winning historian, writer, and broadcaster. The author of a number of best-selling histories he has presented - and written - a large number of television programmes and series. He has a weekly Second World War podcast, We Have of Making You Talk, with Al Murray, and is Chair of the Chalke Valley History Festival. He is a research fellow at St Andrew's University.

Reviews for The Desert War: Book 4 of the Ladybird Expert History of the Second World War

The artwork is gloriously retro, echoing the original Ladybird house style but containing completely up to date information. * Shiny New Books * Shines a light on some of the darkest and most dramatic moments of the six-year conflict. * Daily Mail * Praise for WW2 Ladybird Experts Series * - *