World War I - The Outbreak of The Great War 100 Years Later
This month marks the 100th anniversary of the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria on June 28th, 1914, an event that changed the course of World History. G. J. Meyer's superb "A World Undone: The Story of the Great War" is a fresh, highly readable overview of WW I with helpful vignettes on key personalities and excellent maps.
Top Recommendation for June
A World Undone: The Story of the Great War, by G.J. Meyer (2007 - 704pp)
Excellent, easy-to-read recent overview of WWI for the more casual reader. Root causes of the war, history of major battles and the war's lasting impact.
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I had never read anything on WW I and was looking for a good overview. I found this one on History 500. Fantastic! Real easy to read and understand. I’d recommend to anyone.