The World's Greatest 20th Century Battlefields [Hardcover]

Peter Snow (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 17, 2007

To understand the 20th-century battles examined in this book is to understand the conflicts that dominated the world's headlines. Former war correspondent Peter Snow and his son, military historian Dan Snow, place each battle in the context of the war in which it played a crucial part. Interviews with veterans provide the perspective of those on the ground, from leaders to foot soldiers, at these pivotal points in history. Compelling narratives bring to life the vast landscapes of modern warfare and the strategies and technologies employed, from the earliest tanks, planes, and artillery of the First World War to the satellite surveillance and laser-guided missiles of the Gulf War.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“Spend a little time in the company of father and son Peter and Dan Snow, and only the most convinced skeptic is likely to remain immune from their contagious enthusiasm for the subject.”
–Irish News

“. . . together they make a formidable team.”
–Book shelf

About the Author

Peter Snow is a highly respected journalist, author and broadcaster. He was ITN’s Diplomatic and Defence Correspondent from 1966 to 1979, and presented Newsnight from 1980 to 1997.

Dan Snow has a first-class degree in History from Oxford. In 2004, father and son presented the highly acclaimed Battlefield Britain and wrote the accompanying book.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 288 pages
• Publisher: BBC Books (July 17, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 056352295X
• ISBN-13: 978-0563522959
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.4 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,293,359 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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