About the Author

David Stevenson is a Professor of International History at the London School of Economics and Political Science, and author of the highly praised 1914-1918- The History of the First World War- 'Momentous... this history of the conflict surpasses all others', Independent; 'Superb', Ian Kershaw; 'David Stevenson is the real deal', Niall Ferguson; 'The best comprehensive one-volume history of the war yet written', New Yorker.

Reviews

It is impossible ... to exaggerate how impressive this book is
*The Spectator*

Brilliant and comprehensive ... a major contribution
*The Times Higher Education Supplement*

This is, as one would expect from a historian of Stevenson's great learning and analytical power, a masterly study
*The Sunday Telegraph*

An immensely useful study, emphasising the crucial importance of morale, political stability and trust
*Literary Review*

Stevenson brings to his study a formidable authority and mastery of the sources, and judgments that seem admirably measured and nuanced
*Sunday Times*

A fascinating military narrative ... masterly
*Wall Street Journal*

A magnificent and exhaustive account of the war's final year ... Stevenson has a deserved reputation as one of the world's leading authorities on the war
*Financial Times*

A magisterial single volume synthesis of all the themes to deliver a punchy, incisive reboot of WW1 history that is never a dull read
*Warships International Fleet Review*

An outstanding contribution
*Quarterly Review*

A monumental study deserving of a wide readership by scholars and generalists alike
*Library Journal*

Stevenson's grand scope, his international perspective, and his reliable judgements, combined with crystal-clear writing, have produced an exemplary book, a formidable contribution to our understanding of the Great War and the twentieth century
*English Historical Review*

The strength of the book lies in his ability to weave together astute analysis of the antagonists' abilities and weaknesses ... Told with verve and analytical vigour, Stevenson's book is a compelling and authoritative study of one of the most significant turning points in 20th-century military history
*The Irish Times*

Stevenson's detailed, lucid description of the development and maturation of that ability reflects encyclopedic mastery of published and archival sources while synergizing military, economic, political, and social-cultural factors. It is a professor's page-turner. It is also a door-opener to any reader seeking to understand the Great War's last stage
*Publishers Weekly*