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The War That Ended Peace

Margaret MacMillan
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The War That Ended Peace

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2013

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Margaret MacMillan

The War That Ended Peace

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

784

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Europe • Early 20th Century

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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The War That Ended Peace by Margaret MacMillan examines the complex and multifaceted causes of World War I, focusing on the political, cultural, and diplomatic contexts of early 20th-century Europe. The book portrays key figures and their decisive actions, arguing that the war was not inevitable but a result of human errors and miscalculations that escalated tensions. Topics in the book include discussions of war, violence, and political manipulation.

Informative

Mysterious

Contemplative

Melancholic

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.4

9,065 ratings

85%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Margaret MacMillan's The War That Ended Peace is lauded for its thorough research and engaging narrative on the factors leading to World War I. Critics praise its detailed character studies and insightful analysis, though some point out its dense prose and occasional overemphasis on minor details. Overall, it’s a compelling read for history enthusiasts.

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Who Should Read The War That Ended Peace?

Readers who enjoy The War That Ended Peace by Margaret MacMillan are typically history enthusiasts fascinated by the complexities leading to World War I. Fans of Barbara Tuchman's The Guns of August or Christopher Clark's The Sleepwalkers will appreciate MacMillan's detailed analysis and rich narrative style.

4.4

9,065 ratings

85%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Margaret MacMillan is a renowned historian known for her engaging narrative style and comprehensive research, which has brought widespread recognition to her works such as The War That Ended Peace.

MacMillan has been praised for her ability to intertwine political, social, and economic threads to provide a multi-dimensional view of historical events, which is evident in her analysis of the complex factors leading to World War I in The War That Ended Peace.

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The War That Ended Peace explores the pre-World War I era with a focus on the personalities and decisions that contributed to the war's outbreak, showcasing MacMillan's interest in how individual leaders and societal trends shape historical events.

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Book Details
Pages

784

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Europe • Early 20th Century

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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