World War II

In this revised and updated edition of Evan Mawdsley's global history of World War II, the author explores the war’s origins starting with the Sino-Japanese War and examines its evolution across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. While focusing on military and strategic history, the book also delves into the political, economic, ideological, and cultural factors that influenced the conflict. Additionally, it addresses the war's far-reaching consequences, including the defeat of the Axis powers and the onset of the Cold War, supplemented by insightful studies of key figures, events, and battles.