How The War Came (1920) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165433452)

How The War Came is a historical book written by Robert Threshie Reid Loreburn in 1920. The book provides a detailed account of the events that led to the outbreak of World War I in 1914. Loreburn, who was a British politician and member of the House of Lords, draws on his experience and knowledge of the political and diplomatic landscape of Europe at the time to provide a comprehensive analysis of the causes of the war.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the pre-war period. Loreburn begins by examining the political and economic conditions in Europe in the years leading up to the war, including the rise of nationalism and imperialism. He then goes on to discuss the various alliances and treaties that were formed between the major European powers, as well as the military buildup that took place in the years leading up to the war.Loreburn also provides a detailed analysis of the diplomatic efforts that were made to prevent the outbreak of war, including the various peace conferences and negotiations that took place in the years leading up to 1914. He examines the role of key political figures such as Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany, Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, and Prime Minister Herbert Asquith of Britain in the lead up to the war.Overall, How The War Came is a valuable historical resource for anyone interested in understanding the complex political and diplomatic landscape that led to the outbreak of World War I. Loreburn's insights and analysis provide a unique perspective on this pivotal moment in world history, and his book remains a significant contribution to the study of the First World War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Robert Threshie Reid Loreburn
ISBN-10: 1165433451
ISBN-13: 9781165433452
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 378
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.11lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.78d