B. H. Liddell Hart’s The History of the First World War is a detailed account of one of mankind’s most devastating wars.

Summary of the Book

Liddell Hart’s book on World War I is one of the most widely read and well known books on the topic. He writes with a personal vein, for he fought on several of the battlefields himself. His words paint a stark image of the proceedings of the war, and he reveals how the war had been building steadily for a few years before the assassination of the Archduke Ferdinand. He delves into the political necessity for the war and reveals all the twists as they played out. A detailed military classic, this book is a must-read for history buffs and casual readers alike.