Longman Companion to the First World War: Europe 1914-1918

"The Longman Companion to the First World War" is a comprehensive reference work to one of the most devastating conflicts in modern history. The Great War traumatized a generation and shaped the whole of the twentieth century. This new book covers all aspects of the First World War from its origins and the course of the war, to the peace settlements and the crises it generated. Alongside the political events, Colin Nicolson also considers the social, cultural, and economic consequences of the war. He explores the battle fronts as well as the home fronts, emergent nations, and the settlement & costs of the conflicts. There is also a section of biographical sketches of key participants. Containing all the essential facts and figures, this is an important reference work for anyone needing a quick, easy to use guide to the First World War.

Colin Nicholson is at the University of North London.