Great War in History: Debates and Controversies, 1914 to the Present

The Great War in History provides a comprehensive survey of historical interpretations of the Great War from 1914 to 2020, exploring how the internet revolution has affected our understanding of the conflict. It assesses diplomatic and military studies, social and cultural interpretations, and public and professional interpretations, making it essential reading for scholars and students in history, war studies, European history, and international relations.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 298 pages
Publication date: 03 December 2020
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

The Great War in History, a revised and updated edition, offers a comprehensive survey of historical interpretations of the Great War from 1914 to 2020. This work highlights the global nature of the war's history and the profound impact of the internet revolution on our understanding of the conflict. Jay Winter and Antoine Prost, two esteemed scholars, delve into a wide range of studies, including diplomatic and military analysis, as well as social and cultural interpretations of the war across academic, popular, family, and public history. Their examination encompasses various forms of historical representation, such as museums, theater, film, art, and sites of memory. Through their insightful analysis, Winter and Prost provide a captivating case study of the practice of history and offer the first comprehensive survey of how the Centenary influenced and reshaped both public and professional interpretations of the war. This book is a vital resource for scholars and students in history, war studies, European history, and international relations, as it sheds light on the multifaceted and evolving nature of our understanding of this significant historical event.

Weight: 440g
Dimension: 152 x 226 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108823968
Edition number: 2 Revised edition