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Fateful Choices: Ten Decisions That Changed the World, 1940-1941
The historian who gave us the defining two-volume portrait of Hitler has now undertaken an immensely original new work. Fateful Choices, by Ian Kershaw, puts his analytical and storytelling gifts on dazzling display. From May 1940 to December 1941, the leaders of the world's six major powers made a series of interrelated decisions that determined the final outcome of World War II and shaped the course of human destiny. As the author examines these profound choices, he restores a sense of drama and contingency to this pivotal moment, producing one of the freshest and most important books on World War II in years, with powerful contemporary relevance.
The book focuses on the critical period between May 1940 and December 1941, when the leaders of the world's six major powers – the United States, Britain, France, Germany, Italy, and the Soviet Union – made a set of interconnected decisions that would ultimately decide the fate of the war and the world. Kershaw's analytical and narrative skills are on full display as he delves into these fateful choices, bringing to life the drama and uncertainty of this pivotal moment in history.
Fateful Choices offers a unique perspective on World War II, moving beyond the traditional military narratives to explore the complex political, strategic, and ideological factors that influenced the key decisions made by these leaders. Kershaw's deep understanding of the historical context and his ability to weave together the various strands of this intricate story make the book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the war and its lasting impact.
The book's contemporary relevance is particularly striking, as it sheds light on the ways in which the decisions made during this critical period continue to shape the world we live in today. Kershaw's insightful analysis of the motives, calculations, and consequences of these fateful choices provides valuable lessons for understanding and navigating the complex geopolitical challenges of the present day.
Overall, Fateful Choices is a remarkable work of historical scholarship that combines meticulous research, analytical depth, and compelling storytelling. Kershaw's masterful handling of this pivotal moment in history is sure to captivate readers and leave a lasting impression on their understanding of World War II and its ongoing legacy.
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| publisher | Penguin Books; Reprint edition (May 31, 2007) | ||||
| publication_date | May 31, 2007 | ||||
| language | English | ||||
| file_size | 1377 KB | ||||
| text_to_speech | Enabled | ||||
| screen_reader | Supported | ||||
| enhanced_typesetting | Enabled | ||||
| x_ray | Not Enabled | ||||
| word_wise | Enabled | ||||
| sticky_notes | On Kindle Scribe | ||||
| print_length | 652 pages | ||||
| page_numbers_source_isbn | 0143113720 | ||||
| best_sellers_rank | #512,314 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store) #497 in 20th Century World History #501 in Jewish History (Kindle Store) #1,278 in Jewish Holocaust History | ||||
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