Story of the First World War Paul Dowswell

Name: Story of the First World War By Paul Dowswell
SKU: 9781409523468
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Story of the First World War by Paul Dowswell

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Looks at the causes of the war, its great battles and catastrophes, as well as how the war affected nations and people all over the world. This title features pages that are brought to life through vivid illustrations and original photographs, as well as timelines, maps and fact boxes.

Story of the First World War Summary

Story of the First World War by Paul Dowswell

This is a fascinating account of one the most destructive conflicts the world has ever known, published in association with the Imperial War Museums. It looks at the causes of the war, its great battles and catastrophes, as well as how the war affected nations and people all over the world. It features pages that are brought to life through vivid illustrations and original photographs, as well as timelines, maps and fact boxes.

Story of the First World War Reviews

A very well designed and organised overview of the war * Judge's comment - School Library Association Information Book Award *
A thought-provoking [book that] will underpin discussion. * The Cork Evening Echo *
An accessible and well-presented overview of the Great War. Paul Dowswell pitches the text just right for 9-12 year olds and there is a wide range of colourful illustrations including contemporary art, photographs, posters and maps. This is an excellent book for both home and school - ideal for dipping into or for research. * The Federation of Children's Book Groups *
Includes a wealth of information in an easily accessible form and looks at the causes of the war and describes vividly what it was like to fight in it. * The Guardian *
World history is broken down into manageable chunks and presented in an accessible, narrative format. * Bookseller Children's Buyers Guide *

Additional information

Sku

GOR013573796

ISBN 13

9781409523468

ISBN 10

1409523462

Title

Story of the First World War by Paul Dowswell

Author

Paul Dowswell

Series

Narrative Non Fiction

Condition

Used - Like New

Binding type

Paperback

Publisher

Usborne Publishing Ltd

Year published

20140101

Number of pages

Prizes

N/A

Cover note

Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.

Note

The book has been read, but looks new. The book cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket is included if applicable. No missing or damaged pages, no tears, possible very minimal creasing, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins