Clark, Christopher
The Sleepwalkers: How Europe Went to War in 1914
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141027821
- author:
- Clark, Christopher
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 736
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 4.4 cm
- Genre:
- History, Europe, World War I 1914-1918,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Sleepwalkers: How Europe Went to War in 1914 by Christopher M. Clark The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in 1914 was a pivotal moment in modern history, sparking a chain of events that would lead to the downfall of four great empires and the loss of millions of lives. In this meticulously researched and engagingly written account, Christopher Clark explores the complex web of causes that led to the outbreak of World War I. Clark's masterful narrative reveals how the failure to understand the gravity of the violence in the Balkans created a perfect storm of tensions that ultimately led to catastrophe. With its sensitive analysis and elegant prose, this book is a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of one of the most pivotal moments in modern history. A work of rare scholarship and beauty, The Sleepwalkers is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of the First World War and its enduring impact on the world today.
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