{"product_id":"the-impact-of-coincidence-in-modern-american-british-and-asian-history-twentyone-unusual-historical-events-9781839989605","title":"The Impact of Coincidence in Modern American, British, and Asian History: Twenty-One Unusual Historical Events","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThis short book examines the distinctive coincidental history of America,Britain,and various Asian countries during the twentieth century, showing how watershed historical events can often become layered or overlap, sometimes by intent but often merely by happenstance. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10 October 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Anthem Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis concise book delves into the intricate and interconnected historical narratives of America, Britain, and various Asian countries throughout the twentieth century, encompassing a wide array of significant events. Spanning from the American expansion into the Pacific to the establishment of the Soviet gulags in Siberia, and culminating in the conclusion of the Vietnam War, it seeks to unveil the fascinating ways in which pivotal historical moments can intertwine, sometimes intentionally, and other times purely by chance. Drawing upon the wisdom of Ian Fleming, who famously remarked, \"Once is happenstance. Twice is a coincidence. Three times is enemy action,\" this book explores the complex tapestry of history, shedding light on the ways in which seemingly separate occurrences can ultimately shape the course of nations and the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 21 concise case studies, this short book explores the distinctive and intertwined historical trajectories of America, Britain, and various Asian countries throughout the twentieth century. Spanning a vast expanse of historical events, from the American expansion into the Pacific to the creation of the Soviet gulags in Siberia, and culminating in the end of the Vietnam War, it aims to unveil the fascinating ways in which pivotal historical moments can overlap, sometimes intentionally, and other times purely by chance. Drawing upon the insightful words of Ian Fleming, who famously remarked, \"Once is happenstance. Twice is a coincidence. Three times is enemy action,\" this book delves into the intricate tapestry of history, shedding light on the ways in which seemingly separate occurrences can ultimately shape the course of nations and the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 184g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 152 x 229 x 9 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781839989605\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bruce A. Elleman","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44638720622842,"sku":"9781839989605","price":24.33,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1697213745969_book.jpg?v=1697393157","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-impact-of-coincidence-in-modern-american-british-and-asian-history-twentyone-unusual-historical-events-9781839989605","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}