Second World War: The Second World War (Paperback)

Second World War: The Second World War (Paperback)
Second World War: The Second World War (Paperback)
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Winston S. Churchill's The Second World War is the definitive, Nobel Prize-winning history of World War II, universally acknowledged as a magnificent historical reconstruction and an enduring work of literature. From Britain's darkest and finest hour to the great alliance and ultimate victory, the Second World War remains the most pivotal event of the twentieth century. Winston S. Churchill was not only the war's greatest leader, he was the free world's singularly eloquent voice of defiance in the face of Nazi tyranny, and it's that voice that animates this six-volume history. Remarkable both for its sweep and for its sense of personal involvement, it begins with The Gathering Storm; moves on to Their Finest Hour, The Grand Alliance, The Hinge of Fate, and Closing the Ring; and concludes with Triumph and Tragedy.

The definitive, Nobel Prize–winning history of World War II, universally acknowledged as a magnificent historical reconstruction and an enduring work of literature From Britain's darkest and finest hour to the great alliance and ultimate victory, the Second World War remains the most pivotal event of the twentieth century. Winston Churchill was not only the war's greatest leader, he was the free world's singularly eloquent voice of defiance in the face of Nazi tyranny, and it's that voice that animates this six-volume history. Remarkable both for its sweep and for its sense of personal involvement, it begins with The Gathering Storm; moves on to Their Finest Hour, The Grand Alliance, The Hinge of Fate, and Closing the Ring; and concludes with Triumph and Tragedy.

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I have an old set of t...
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Reviewed in the USA on 2017-08-07T17:00:00

I have an old set of this series by Winston Churchill that I purchased from an antique dealer on trademe.co.nz. Very educational account of the events of the Second World War and the events that led up to the Second World War. A privilege to read the words of one of the greatest leaders of Great Britain and the 20th century.

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My copy of this book i...
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Reviewed in the USA on 2006-10-30T16:00:00

My copy of this book is actually the Penguin issue released in 1985 with a forward by John Keegan. It is the first of six volumes describing the Second World War, as written by one of the main players in the story, the British Prime Minister for the majority of the war. I have always found Winston Churchills writing style very easy to read and this volume, which covers the build up (from the end of World War One) to the appointment of Churchill as Prime Minister in Spring 1940, is very readable and gives a fascinating background to the war. Definately worth a read, but be warned, if you do so then you will have to get the remaining five volumes as well as this isn't a story you can leave part completed.

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Unique among WW2 writi...
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Reviewed in the USA on 2009-05-05T17:00:00

Unique among WW2 writing, the only Allied leader to write an account. His command of the language is superb. Does not claim to be the final word, just his perspective. Strongly recomend to anyone.

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This volume covers the...
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Reviewed in the USA on 2014-12-31T16:00:00

This volume covers the build up (from the end of World War One) to the appointment of Churchill as Prime Minister in Spring 1940. It is Churchill's perspective and is like reading a political science text; listening sounds a bit like listening to Charlie Brown's teacher . He claims it's his view of these events and sounds like it. A student of Brit politics or world history would enjoy it immensely. It's my first reading of a book by one of my favorite people in history; don't think I'll read another.

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