Books in the Origins Of Modern Wars series

Presents an analysis of the historical forces at work in the Europe of 1914, and the very different ways in which historians have subsequently attempted to understand them.

A comprehensive study of the period and debates surrounding the European origins of the Second World War. This book describes the various explanations that have been offered for the war and the historiographical debates that have arisen from them; and analyses the ideological, economic and strategic forces at work in Europe during the 1930s.

This history gives a balanced and judicious introduction to the immensely complex and controversial subject of Arab-Israel conflice, weaving different strands of the story into a single coherent narrative, thus making it essential reading for all students studying conflict in the Middle East.

This edition has been revised to take account of new perspectives concerning the two Koreas and the looming presence of China on the world stage. New material has been made available by the fall of the Soviet Union and the partial release of records in China.

The American Civil War was the bloodiest war of the 19th century and its impact continues to be felt today. It, and its origins, have been extensively studied, yet it remains a controversial subject. Based on primary research, this book contributes to the ongoing historical debate.

Professor Iriye analyses the origins of the 1941 conflict against the background of international relations in the preceding decade in order to answer the key question: Why did Japan, which had not been able to defeat the isolated and divided forces of China, decide to go to war against so formidable a combination of powers?

This text looks at the roots of the struggle in Northern Ireland and of British intervention, setting both in the longer perspective of the Anglo-Irish troubles. The book seeks to place the use of the army within the wider British context of dealing with political violence.

This volume in the "Origins of Modern Wars" series concerns the opening days of the Vietnamese conflict. The author examines the nature of French colonial rule in Vietnam, nationalism and liberation groups, the influence of Chinese communism and Vietnam's diplomatic relations with other countries.

Concentrating on the turbulent months from February 1917 to November 1918, this text explores the origins of the Russian Civil War against the background of revolutionary Russia. It examines the aims of the anti-Bolshevik insurgents and shows how far the fear of war governed the actions of all.

Part of the "Origins of Modern Wars" series, this book considers the Italian wars of independence. Using material from the Vatican archives, it highlights the roles of such figures as the Pope, Cardinal Corboli-Bussi and Cavour and the motivating forces behind the wars themselves.

This volume examines the origins of the Greek civil war. It covers the right-wing dictatorship (1935-41); the invasion and collapse of authority (1941-1943); the EAM challenge of the old order (1943-1944); the defeat of the revolution; the White Terror; the descent to civil war; and the war itself.

Examines the "war guilt" question, and shows how economic factors and the breakdown of the Concert of Europe after 1848 provided a setting for the war. It argues that responsibility for the Crimean War lies with the individual leaders who could have prevented it.

An examination of the origins of the wars of German unification which covers such subjects as the international situation, the domestic crisis and gives a detailed account of the wars and their ramifications for Europe and Germany itself.