Blitzkrieg

A Ladybird Expert Book

James Holland, Keith Burns

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English

MICHAEL JOSEPH
28 May 2018

History; Second World War; Military tactics

Series: Studies in Modern History

Part of the new Ladybird Expert series, Blitzkrieg is an accessible, insightful and authoritative account of one of the fall of Europe to the most notorious military tactics in modern history.

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.

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. Written by the leading lights and most outstanding communicators in their fields, the Ladybird Expert books provide clear, accessible and authoritative introductions to subjects drawn from science, history and culture.

For an adult readership, the Ladybird Expert series is produced in the same iconic small hardback format pioneered by the original Ladybirds. Each beautifully illustrated book features the first new illustrations produced in the original Ladybird style for nearly forty years.

By: James Holland
By (artist): Keith Burns
Imprint: MICHAEL JOSEPH
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 180mm, Width: 120mm, Spine: 6mm
Weight: 127g
ISBN: 9780718186302
ISBN 10: 0718186303
Series: Studies in Modern History
Pages: 56
Publication Date: 28 May 2018
Audience: General/trade , College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , ELT Advanced , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Out of Print

James Holland is an award-winning historian, writer, and broadcaster. The author of a number of best-selling histories including Battle of Britain, Dam Busters, and most recently, The War in the West, he has also written nine works of historical fiction, including the Jack Tanner novels. He has presented - and written - a large number of television programmes and series, and is also Co-founder of the Chalke Valley History Festival. He can be found on Twitter as @James1940.

Reviews for Blitzkrieg: A Ladybird Expert Book

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