The Good Years: From 1900 To The First World War (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163816837)

The Good Years: From 1900 To The First World War is a historical non-fiction book written by Walter Lord. The book covers the period of time from the turn of the 20th century to the outbreak of World War I. Lord explores the major events, social changes, and cultural shifts that occurred during this time, including the rise of industrialization, the growth of cities, the women's suffrage movement, and the development of new technologies.The author also delves into the political and economic factors that contributed to the tension and conflict leading up to the First World War. He examines the complex relationships between the major world powers, including Germany, Britain, France, and Russia, and the various alliances and treaties that were formed in the years leading up to the war.Throughout the book, Lord provides detailed accounts of significant events and figures, such as the sinking of the Titanic, the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, and the roles played by leaders such as Kaiser Wilhelm II, Winston Churchill, and Woodrow Wilson.Overall, The Good Years: From 1900 To The First World War offers a comprehensive and engaging look at a pivotal period in world history, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the social, political, and cultural forces that shaped the world leading up to one of the deadliest conflicts in human history.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: Walter Lord
ISBN-10: 1163816833
ISBN-13: 9781163816837
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 412
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.21lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.84d