The Origins of the First World War, 3rd Edition

By James Joll, Gordon Martel

Published by Pearson

Published Date: Oct 27, 2006

Description

Although there are many narratives relating to this subject, the unique ambition and depth of this book make it a spectacular success.


  • Revised and updated to incorporate the latest scholarship. 
  • The interest in World War One remains widespread.
  • Global focus - incorporates a wider geographical scope in order to make it less Euro-centric.

 

Table of Contents

1. Introduction

2. The July Crisis, 1914

3. The Alliance System and the Old Diplomacy

4. Militarism, Armaments and Strategy

5. The Primacy of Domestic Politics

6. The International Economu

7. Imperial Rivalries

8. The Mood of 1914

9. Conclusion

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