World War One: A Very Peculiar History

Hardback

Main Details

Title World War One: A Very Peculiar History
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Jim Pipe
SeriesVery Peculiar History
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:192
Dimensions(mm): Height 152,Width 101
Category/GenreFirst world war
ISBN/Barcode 9781908177001
ClassificationsDewey:940.3
Audience
General
Edition UK ed.
Illustrations Illustrations, black and white

Publishing Details

Publisher Salariya Book Company Ltd
Imprint Book House
Publication Date 1 August 2011
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

With the centenary of the outbreak of the 'The Great War' coming in 2014, World War One, A Very Peculiar History commemorates the events of the time by looking at some of the incredible lengths, no matter how risky or bizarre, people went to to defend their country. From front pigs to hairy beasts, author Jim Pipe looks at the nicknames coined at the time, while providing mind-boggling lists and figures about the battles, the equipment used and the harsh conditions the troops faced. Laced throughout this chronological description of the events leading up to and during the war are tales of human endeavour, charity and daring - some scary, some quirky, and some truly unbelievable. So take time to take in the sheer scale of sacrifice, destruction and political tension that World War One resulted in, because we won't be able to ask, first-hand, what it was like to fight in World War One for much longer.

Author Biography

Jim Pipe studied Ancient and Modern History at Oxford University and spent 10 years in publishing before becoming a full-time writer. He has written numerous non-fiction books for children, many on historical subjects. He lives in Dublin with his wife.