The second instalment in a revealing and forceful new multi-volume history of the Second World War from one of the UK's most exciting and expert young historians'Ranks as a towering work of historical research and writing' - Nigel Jones, BBC History MagazineIn the second volume of his acclaimed new history of the Second World War, James Holland examines the momentous turning points of 1941-1943- Hitler's invasion of Russia; America's entry into the conflict; the devastating Thousand Bomber Raids over Germany; the long struggle in the deserts of North Africa; and the defeat of the U-boats in the crucial Battle of the Atlantic. under the same title can be found on Amazon Prime. See the complete The War in the West series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. . Email: admin@upastampauctions.co.uk. Not many people write both fiction and non-fiction, but I like doing both, and although I studied history at university, (and continue to do so), my first book was was actually a novel. . Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. [14] He is also an occasional contributor to Britain at War magazine. This is a magnificent, authoritative contribution to the study of the Second World War. The War in the West, Volume One. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 15, 2022. His epic new venture convincingly challenges many received ideas about the war and draws some exciting new conclusions, James Hollands War in the West takes a fresh look at the familiar and finds much food for thought turning several conventions on their heads in a compelling and revelatory way, James Holland has produced a gripping multi-layered study of the War in West. Reviewed in Australia on 26 December 2022. That campaign has always fascinated me. More often than not it boils down to supply chain management of material and men. They started with a clear long term vision that required a firm base from which to win from. Author: James Holland. Already well into volume 2! by James Holland includes books The Rise of Germany, 1939-1941: The War in the West, Volume One and The Allies Strike Back, 1941-1943. He seeks - and finds - that elusive middle ground between the high politics of Hitler, Churchill, and Roosevelt and the personal experience of the soldier in the field. Are you ready for the truth about World War II? . . And we all think of the US as entering the war after Pearl Harbour in December 1941. Number of pages: 880. The items we may sell online for these products are books, paperback, hardback, audio cds or cassettes, large print, mp3 and whatever format is available for us to sell online. [16] As of 2019, a total of five Jack Tanner books have been published. Britain had access to 85% of the worlds merchant shipping and also produced more food per acre than any other country in the world. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Reviewed in Australia on 12 September 2017. James Holland. Holland has done an incredible job here in the second of his 'War in the West' books, covering all aspects of the war and in ways not previously done. Holland is not the first author to point out that Hitlers massive gambles where badly conceived and bound, ultimately, to fail simply because he didn't have the transport infrastructure or food, but he does it well and engagingly. This really is a good book, with such a wonderful amount of history and knowledge. James Holland is a historian, writer, and broadcaster. James Holland has established himself as one of the premier World War II Historians , James Holland is a historian, writer and broadcaster. The next two volumes should be unmissable. He has worked for several London publishing houses and has also written for a number of national newspapers and magazines. Jack Tanner, a soldier in the fictitious WWII unit The King's Own Yorkshire Rangers, was published in 2008. All are brought compellingly to life in a brisk, tightly constructed narrative that has the impetus of first-hand experience. All the great turning points of 1941-43 are here. Near Salisbury, Wiltshire griffonmerlin.com Born June 27 Joined May 2009. Item Weight: 611g. The Italian War Ministry was only open from 10am until 3pm, Monday to Friday. A fellow of the Royal Historical Society, he also has a weekly podcast with Al Murray, We Have Ways of Making You Talk: Al Murray and James Holland Talk World War II. Hollands history is a work of revisionism with a vengeance. [19] Dam Busters: The Race to Smash the German Dams aired in 2011, The Battle for Malta in 2013 and Normandy '44: The Battle Beyond D-Day in 2014. It is unlike anything else on the subject. The result is ground-breaking history that redefines the war in the West and makes us think again about the events that shaped our modern world. $27.25. The next two volumes should be unmissable. A triumph Sunday Express Makes us eager for the third and final part of what now ranks as a towering work of historical research and writing BBC History Magazine Holland brings . Holland builds on his successful first volume on the War in the West to deftly weave in historic events, human drama and enough tactical and technical detail to satisfy just about any aficionado of WW2. the Allies Fight Back 1941-43 on Amazon.com. James Holland $18.87. Available for Backorder. The War in the West: A New History Volume 2, . It makes history very readable. Holland attempts to tell the whole story - is it any surprise that he requires three massive tomes to do it? The War in the West. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. Publisher: Transworld Ltd. Replying to @James1940. [34], Holland lives in Wiltshire with his wife and two children. In the first of an extraordinary three-volume account of the war on land, in the air and at sea, James Holland reveals not only the truth behind the familiar legends of the Second World War but he also unveils those lesser known events which were to have the greatest significance. Please use a different way to share. the Allies Fight Back 1941-43 . Every page is alive with a level of excitement and enthusiasm. Finance and resources. What makes this author stand out from the rest is that he puts forward a slightly different perspective to History. [27], In 2019 Holland appeared in the two-part BBC documentary series Lost home movies of Nazi Germany, where he was recorded reacting to personal footage captured in Germany and its occupied territories shortly before and during the Second World War. To access our initial disclosure document, please click, Get the item you ordered or your money back. He has presented - and written - a large number of television programmes and series for the BBC, Channel 4, National Geographic, and the History and Discovery channels. Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal (Europe) S. r.l. [25] In 2019, he looked at the use of amphetamines in World War II and how it unleashed the first pharmacological arms race in an episode of the PBS history series Secrets of the Dead, titled World War Speed. Item Height: 198mm. Also I had a stepfather who was a RN corvette captain DSC, so lots of first hand histories. Share; 4.46 (681 ratings . Everyone knows that the United States outproduced Germany and Japan, but few realize that the British Empire had enormous resources at its disposal as well. By clicking subscribe, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to Penguin Books Australias Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. The first part of an astonishing and revelatory new history of the Second World War from one of the UK's most exciting and expert young historians, From the top ten bestselling author of Normandy 44 and Sicily 43. JH doesn't need 5 star reviews from me as he is an outstanding writer but all I can say is I read a lot of military books and was reasonably confident I would not learn anything new and I was also worried about 750 pages on a subject I was familiar with. I really enjoyed this book, I was expecting a book that focused solely on the west , I couldn't be more wrong. James Holland FRHistS (born 27 June 1970) is an English author and broadcaster who specialises in the history of World War II. After volume one there is little to add. James Holland has mastered every detail, Holland tells the story with gusto and pace he has truly and brilliantly plugged an enormous gap. In fact, Holland makes clear that the Axis alliance between Germany and Italy was always strained, not least because the Italian war ministry closed promptly at 3pm each day, and the British forces boasted a mechanised army and most of the worlds merchant shipping. The highly anticipated clip from Apple TV+ shared the tone of the new season. James Holland has established himself as one of the premier World War II Historians History of WarHolland shoots down the myth of German invincibility . Holland has done an incredible job here in the second of his 'War in the West' As a book this is incredible in its depth and breadth but as an Audible download it's even better. $27.25. 1 : Volume 1: Germany Ascendant 1939-1941. Lots of newer information. : . Comedian Al Murray and historian James Holland are creating a new podcast all about the Second . A really great read. This is the first of a new three-volume history in which I am challenging too-long-held assumptions about the war that shaped our modern world. Value . Ships from and sold by Amazon AU. 1970) James Holland was born in Salisbury, Wiltshire, and studied history at Durham University. Socit en Commandite par Actions Registered Office: 22-24 Boulevard Royal L-2449, Luxembourg). James Holland War in the West: A New History (Paperback) AU $33.48 + AU $2.99 postage. Reception | 6:00 p.m. My husband is CRAZY HAPPY, FAN BOY FOR JAMES HOLLAND. Please try again. [A] majestic saga Literary ReviewThis second volume easily reaches the benchmark set by its predecessor . He also looks behind the scenes at the all-important 'machinery' of war- the manufacturing, farming and vital supply lines that underpinned the entire conflict and ultimately determined its course. He has presented - and written - a large number of television programmes and series for the BBC, Channel 4, National Geographic, and the History and Discovery channels. MEDIA REVIEWS. [7], Historian Saul David, writing in the Telegraph, praised Holland's book The Battle of Britain: Five Months that Changed History, May October 1940 (2010): "Holland prefers his history to be about people, and his dazzling cast of characters includes civilians and servicemen, men and women, young and old. This site uses cookies and other technologies to provide you with an optimal experience. Holland has spent over twelve years unearthing new research, visiting archives, battlefields and the very people who fought and lived through the conflict. Click on below buttons to start Download The War in the West A New History: Volume 1: Germany Ascendant 1939-1941 by James Holland PDF EPUB without registration. It's important to note, as Holland makes clear, that this is a history of the Second World War as it was fought in western Europe. The author puts a full story of the happenings and doesn't focus on a single element. With a father (RM attached to the SDF -Eritrea - Battle of Keren) and uncle (DSO at the botched RM Commando landing at Tobruk) both with the Africa Star, I was bound to be more than simply a reader albeit their parts hardly get a mention!, especially as the easy style of With a father (RM attached to the SDF -Eritrea - Battle of Keren) and uncle (DSO at the botched RM Commando landing at Tobruk) both with the Africa Star, I was bound to be more than simply a reader albeit their parts hardly get a mention!, especially as the easy style of reading makes it whizz along. By signing up, I confirm that I'm over 16. The War in the West: A New History Volume 2, . However what the book shows very strongly is how Germany couldn't win, no matter how far they advanced. Refresh your browser window to try again. he has also written nine works of historical fiction, including the Jack Tanner novels. James Holland has spent over twelve years conducting new research, interviewing survivors, visiting battlefields and archives that have never before been so accessible and challenging too-long-held assumptions about the war that shaped our world. James Holland is a historian, writer and broadcaster. : In Germany Ascendant, the first part of this ground-breaking new history, James Holland introduces the war, beginning with the lead-up to its outbreak in 1939 and taking us up to mid-1941 as the Nazis prepared to unleash Operation Barbarossa, the invasion of Russia. B6863 GB QV line engraved 2d blue stamps 1841 white lines x 9 no reserve. View and manage who you follow on Amazon. THE OWEN. Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. 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