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What should I read as a continuation of my study of WWI after this book? I'm about half way through this and know it only covers the first month, can anyone recommend books that cover the other time periods? Thanks

Toeknee There is a podcast called Hardcore History, by Dan Carlin. He's an amateur historian and has a multi-part series called Blueprint for Armageddon about…moreThere is a podcast called Hardcore History, by Dan Carlin. He's an amateur historian and has a multi-part series called Blueprint for Armageddon about WWI. If you want to actually hear about the war itself, and can listen (say, while commuting, like I do), it's a great option. I'm guessing it's 10 hours or so. I'd also recommend All Quiet on the Western Front if you want a taste of the life of the soldier.(less)

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is this about pakistans history

Michael Benjamin No,it explains a lot - but definitely not Pakistan. Sorry.

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Which book should I read first? The War that Ended Peace or the Guns of August? Or are they chronologically similar?

Keavon Chambers The War that Ended Peace, I would consider, is a necessary prerequisite to this book. I read them in the reverse order and regretted not reversing the…moreThe War that Ended Peace, I would consider, is a necessary prerequisite to this book. I read them in the reverse order and regretted not reversing them.(less)

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I just finished this and thorougly enjoyed it. Now I really want to read more about the conflict from the point the book eands. Any advice?

Scott Potter I would read Persico's book. 11th hour, 11th day. 11th month…moreI would read Persico's book. 11th hour, 11th day. 11th month(less)

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Really good book! Had to read it for UIL (History)! It was worth it too!! Hope people like this book, as much as I did! :) Anybody liked it?

Tracy Rowan One of my favorite histories. I discovered it, and the book immediately previous to it "The Proud Tower" in college and have read them regularly since…moreOne of my favorite histories. I discovered it, and the book immediately previous to it "The Proud Tower" in college and have read them regularly since. They are incredibly pertinent to the situation in our world today.(less)

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