That campaign has always fascinated me. In the second volume of his acclaimed new history . $27.25. View and manage who you follow on Amazon. . Overall, a captivating book - along with it's predecessor - and one that brings together the historical period of WW2 better than any other I've read - or listened to more accurately. Hollands fascinating saga offers a mixture of captivating new research and well-considered revisionism. Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2018. He has, in his own accessible and inimitable style, written an account to redefine our understanding of the war. Phone: 01451861111. , Language 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. He is currently writing an acclaimed three-volume new history of the Second World War, The War in the West. If you've read The Rise of Germany, then you don't need to bother to read this second volume in the trilogy. Near Salisbury, Wiltshire griffonmerlin.com Born June 27 Joined May 2009. Major flaws include an overly Ok so having read both volumes 1 & 2 I can report it's generally a good and entertaining history. PaperBack by James Holland . James Holland, one of the leading young historians of World War II, has spent over a decade conducting new research, interviewing survivors, and exploring archives that have never before been so accessible to unearth forgotten memoirs, letters, and official records. , he interweaves his account of the well-known events of the period with the personal stories of individuals caught up in them - on all sides. I don't know how you find the time . The reader is never overwhelmed with statistics, yet gets a large picture of the progression of the various combatants. ( b. under the same title can be found on Amazon Prime. [2], He is the great-nephew of Olympian Charles Holland,[33] the first British cyclist to complete the Tour de France. AbeBooks.com: The War in the West - A New History (9780593071656) . What James Holland has done is concentrate on the part logistics plays in war. James Holland is a historian, writer and broadcaster. Holland covers the battle of the atlantic, bomber command, the war with Russia, the artic convoys and of course Britain's desperate struggle in the west.. What Holland does so well is he puts you in the scene, one minute your firing hedgehogs at U-boats and the next your on the dams raid. Please try again. The War in the West: A New History Volume 2, . [4], Holland's first historical account of World War II was published in 2003. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 27, 2020. [3], Holland and Al Murray produce the We Have Ways Of Making You Talk podcast. Holland's first novel, The Burning Blue (2004), is about a young fighter pilot who is hiding a family secret. More importantly still it offers a challenging reappraisal that forces us to rethink our attitudes to the conduct of the most destructive and important war in history. The Italian War Ministry was only open from 10am until 3pm, Monday to Friday. 2015, Transworld Publishers Limited. 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. This is not always the case but I've found novels are less good but historical books often are. GL54 3HE. With this magnificent, hugely readable debut, James Holland's War in the West is set fair to become one of the truly great multi-volume histories of the Second World War. James Holland. . What better testimony can we have than that of those who lived the experience? As an ally, Italy was a terrible partner to Germany and vice versa, and offered nothing like the support Allies were able to offer one another. To find out what personal data we collect and how we use it, please visit our Privacy Policy. We honour Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' continuous connection to Country, waters, skies and communities. Holland has also written two young adult novels about teenage soldiers taking part in famous World War II battles: Duty Calls: Dunkirk (2011)[17] and Duty Calls: Battle of Britain (2012). Registered office: 20 Vauxhall Bridge Rd, London,SW1V 2SA, UK. . Find out more, As a historian, I try and carry out as much original research as possible and remind myself to look at the various aspects of the war I am studying with fresh eyes. A fantastic read for history buffs. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. The Odin Mission was favorably reviewed by the Telegraph's Roger Perkins, who called it "a meaty, all-action yarn". Northleach. Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2018, Not for the faint of heart! . More often than not it boils down to supply chain management of material and men. By clicking subscribe, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to Penguin Books Australias Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Also I had a stepfather who was a RN corvette captain DSC, so lots of first hand histories. 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. I've taught writing at the college level for years and the main thing I told my students was always "make it clear." One reader here finds fault that Holland does not talk much about the Battle of Stalingrad. Brief Summary of Book: The War in the West - A New History: Volume 1: Germany Ascendant 1939-1941 by James Holland. Click here to order it for 20, The first part of James Hollands trilogy is packed with astonishing new material about the conflict, Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning, German cavalry soldiers ride through Paris in 1940 after occupying the city. By continuing use of this website you are agreeing to use of our cookies. The author of a number of bestselling histories, including Battle of Britain, Dam Busters, Normandy '44 and, most recently, Sicily '43, he has also written nine works of historical fiction, including the Jack Tanner novels. Holland puts to rest some of the many myths surrounding the German war machine that actually flattered to deceive. The War in the West - A New History, James Holland | 9780593071656 | Boeken | bol.com Ga naar zoeken Ga naar hoofdinhoud The highly anticipated clip from Apple TV+ shared the tone of the new season. Most highly recommended. The author of a number of bestselling histories, including Battle of Britain, Dam Busters, Normandy '44 and, most recently, Sicily '43, he has also written nine works of historical fiction, including the Jack Tanner novels. Refresh your browser window to try again. 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. Here, he exploits his skills to describe what it is like for very young people to find themselves performing tasks and sometimes assuming responsibilities greater than anything they could have known at 21 in peacetime life. : . 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. 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 . Holland shoots down the myth of German invincibility . James is co-founder of the Chalke Valley History Festival and of WarGen.org, an online Second World War resource site, and presents the Chalke Valley History Hit podcast. Already well into volume 2! : He regularly appears on television and radio, and has written and presented the BAFTA-shortlisted documentaries. 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. Random House presents the audiobook edition of The War in the West: A New History: Volume 2 by James Holland, read by Leighton Pugh.. If you think you know the real history of the Second World War this book will astonish you: it renders other popular histories redundant, This book stands apart and for all the right reasons: Holland has something new to say. Buy The War in the West - A New History: Volume 1: Germany Ascendant 1939-1941 1st Edition by Holland, James (ISBN: 9780593071656) from Amazon's Book Store. Through interviews, letters, diaries and reports, he allows us to see the war not just from the perspective of politicians, military commanders and strategists, but also through the eyes of civilians bombed out of their homes, resistance members stranded in the frozen Norwegian winter, sailors risking their lives in the Atlantic convoys, German aces striving for supremacy in the air, and ordinary soldiers battling for survival in the scorching sands of Libya. What James Holland has done is concentrate on the part logistics plays in war. $27.25. We learn, that in consequence of a recant disoovery by Mr Brers nan, the mine manager of the Wa Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them. He contributed a chapter about the creation of the new cricket ground to the book The Authors XI: A Season of English Cricket from Hackney to Hambledon, which was collectively written by members of another cricket team on which he has played, the Authors XI. Presentation | 7:00 p.m. Book Signing. The rest used horses. When James Holland's The Rise of Germany, the first volume in his War in the West trilogy, ended, the Nazi war machine looked to be unstoppable. This site uses cookies and other technologies to provide you with an optimal experience. Nelson, Wednesday, May 21, 1890. [18], Holland has written and presented a number of documentaries on World War II for BBC Two. Ending with the Nazi invasion of Russia, Operation Babarossa, and shortly before Pearl Harbor, Hollands fascinating saga offers a mixture of captivating new research and well-considered revisionism. I really enjoy the style of this book. THE COLONIST Published Daily-(Mornings.) C $73.41 + C $6.85 shipping. Following The Rise of Germany, the acclaimed first volume in his War in the West trilogy, James Holland has crafted a masterful and gripping narrative of the events that ultimately determined the outcome of World War II.By June 1941, Germany's war machine looked unstoppable. James Holland is a historian, writer and broadcaster. , ISBN-13 . the Allies Fight Back 1941-43 on Amazon.com. The author puts a full story of the happenings and doesn't focus on a single element. His most recently published written work is 2021's Brothers in Arms: One Legendary Tank Regiment's Bloody War from D-Day to VE-Day, which follows the Sherwood Rangers, a British tank regiment, throughout multiple battles. West End. As a book this is incredible in its depth and breadth but as an Audible download it's even better. [32], He is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society[2] and a member of both the British Commission for Military History and the Guild of Battlefield Guides. What is missing is of course the context and even more importantly why a win was a win or a loss was a loss. the style is crisp, engaging, absorbing, it really does have the feel of a fresh and revisionist perspective on the momentous events that occurred between 1941 and 1943 Soldier, 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. Try again. James Holland is a historian, writer and broadcaster. , Dimensions Holland attempts to tell the whole story - is it any surprise that he requires three massive tomes to do it? C $114.20 . I was wrong on both 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. Like many others I have read many history books written by renowned Historians concerning the Second World War. The War in the West - A New History: Volume 1: Germany Ascendant 1939-1941. by James Holland Paperback . Essential reading. This is just one thing I had not realised and there are of course many more. The publicity for the historian James Hollands new book, the first in a planned trilogy, breathlessly boasts that this is the second world war as youve never read it before. This is not always the case but I've found novels are less good but historical books often are. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. All the great turning points of 1941-43 are here. James Holland has established himself as one of the premier World War II Historians , James Holland is a historian, writer and broadcaster. 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. Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. He has said that he plans to write a total of twelve books for the series. Costume, Occasion & Specialized Clothing, Shoes & Accessories, Mobile Phones, Smart Watches, Accessories & Communication, Bathroom Fixtures, Accessories & Supplies, Industrial Printing & Graphic Arts Equipment, Shaving & Hair Removal Products & Equipment, The War in the West - A New History: Volume 1: Germany Ascendant 1939-1941, Very, Buy 1, get 1 at 15% off (add 2 to basket), eBay (UK) Limited is an appointed representative of, Learn more about Product Partnerships Limited - opens in a new window or tab. Simply the Most Comprehensive Book on WW2, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 9, 2018. the Allies Fight Back 1941-43. Truth by common knowledge. This item: The War in the West: A New History: Volume 3: Volume 2: The Allies Fight Back 1941-43. by James Holland Paperback . 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. His most recently published written work is 2021's Brothers in Arms: One Legendary Tank Regiment's Bloody War from D-Day to VE-Day, which follows the Sherwood Rangers, a British tank regiment, throughout multiple battles. Frete GRTIS em milhares de produtos com o Amazon Prime. It looks like WhatsApp is not installed on your phone. He writes about major events such as the battle of El . However what the book shows very strongly is how Germany couldn't win, no matter how far they advanced. The next two volumes should be unmissable. This is a magnificent, authoritative contribution to the study of the Second World War. Reviewed in Australia on 12 September 2017. 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