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07-01-2008, 07:23 PM
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WWII Buffs . . . book recommendation . .
Do any of you WWII buffs have any recommendations for a good book that gives a nice, comprehensive FULL history of WWII?
Since multiple theaters were involved, I am finding it quite difficult (and extremely confusing) when I try and put the battles and politics of each side together among a long time frame.
To give you an idea of the type of book I'm looking for (if that helps), I'm looking for a book that was written in a similar manner to "Vietnam: A History" by Stanley Karnow (for those of you whom may have read it). He gives a wonderful and **unbiased** account of Vietnam . . . from the battles, politics, and everything that led up to the war and thereafter.
Overall, I don't want a book that is written in a manner that is hard to read / comprehend. WWII has too way much content, and I don't want a writer that likes to talk above the audience in order to sound important.
Thanks in advance to anyone that can help!
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07-02-2008, 08:17 AM
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"World War II" by John Keegan is a good place to start. An excellent overview but not deep into details. Very good on the politics and strategy.
Keegan is a very good writer and his books flow well.
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07-02-2008, 09:19 AM
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I have a book called WW2 Day by Day that gives a nice chronology I found it quite useful for getting a better *feel* as to what was going on when etc.
Lots of pictures, almost reads like a glorified "on this date" calendar...but quite good. Looks like you can get used copies for $10.
Amazon.com: World War Ii Day By Day: Michael Armitage, Lord Lewin, John Stanier, Terry Charman: Books |
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07-03-2008, 12:17 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Irishtom29
"World War II" by John Keegan is a good place to start. An excellent overview but not deep into details. Very good on the politics and strategy.
Keegan is a very good writer and his books flow well.
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I would second that. John Keegan is a brilliant man. |
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07-03-2008, 01:49 PM
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Sparrows...not one of them is forgotten before God
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While I'm really not a history buff, I found a good book called The War, An Intimate History, 1941-1945. It was compiled and written by Geoffrey C. Ward and Ken Burns. As with the other books recommended, it does not go into great study of the issues, and focuses a lot on personal impressions and experiences. It's an easy read, imo.
P.S.: FYI, the MSRP is $50.00. I bought my copy for less than half that at a discount box store.  |
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07-08-2008, 01:02 PM
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Nothing full or comprehensive here but
Pacific Alamo is a really book for staters.
Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors is also very good
and you also couldn't go wrong with
Cactus Air Force by Thomas Miller.
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