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The Guns of August

Book • 1962

Barbara W. Tuchman

In this landmark account, Barbara W. Tuchman re-creates the first month of World War I, tracing the events from the funeral of Edward VII to the battles on the Western and Eastern fronts.

The book focuses on the political machinations and military strategies that led to the outbreak of war, highlighting the roles of key players and the inevitability of the conflict.

Tuchman's narrative is known for its comprehensive and engaging portrayal of the period, making it a classic in historical literature.

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Mentioned in 26 episodes

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, highlighting President Kennedy's interest in the book and its lessons for the Cuban Missile Crisis.

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as an incredibly popular book about WWI.

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as the best book on the beginning of World War I.

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as a book that influenced President Kennedy's understanding of the Cuban Missile Crisis.

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as an influential book on how people understand the beginning of the First World War.

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as an older book with a really incredible thesis about World War I.

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as a beautifully written book about great people stalking the corridors of power.

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as one of the books he reread to understand the dynamics of World War I.

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, referencing a photo created in the style of it.

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in relation to a passage describing the funeral of Edward VII.

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in relation to the Cuban Missile Crisis.

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as a historical book about war and the beginning of war, to illustrate the dangers of low institutional memory.

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