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Best books to learn World War I, in order
WWI rewards sequence: how Europe stumbled into catastrophe, then the experience of the war on the front and at home, then the flawed peace that seeded WWII. Start with the great narrative accounts.
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Frequently asked questions
- How should I approach learning world war i?
- WWI rewards sequence: how Europe stumbled into catastrophe, then the experience of the war on the front and at home, then the flawed peace that seeded WWII. Start with the great narrative accounts.
- What's a good book to start world war i with?
- A strong starting point is All quiet on the western front and related readings by Erich Maria Remarque. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.
- What should I read after world war i?
- Once you have the fundamentals, explore closely related subjects like World War II, The Cold War, The French Revolution & Napoleon.