'An excellent short work on the war.' - Spencer Tucker, John Briggs Chair of Military History, Virginia Military Institute, USA 'Bill Purdue has successfully updated his short history of the Second World War, adding new insights and incorporating recent research.' - George Peden, University of Stirling, UK Praise for the first edition: 'Clear, readable, judicious and incisive - Bill Purdue canters through the historiographical minefield with enviable poise.' - Antony Lentin, Reader in History, Open University, UK 'Essential text for any serious student of the subject.' - Sue Bruley, Portsmouth University, UK
