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The Crimean War: A History
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From The Great Storyteller Of Modern Russian Historians, (Financial Times) The Definitive Account Of The Forgotten War That Shaped The Modern Agethe Charge Of The Light Brigade, Florence Nightingalethese Are The Enduring Icons Of The Crimean War. Less Wellknown Is That This Savage War (18531856) Killed Almost A Million Soldiers And Countless Civilians; That It Enmeshed Four Great Empiresthe British, French, Turkish, And Russianin A Battle Over Religion As Well As Territory; That It Fixed The Fault Lines Between Russia And The West; That It Set In Motion The Conflicts That Would Dominate The Century To Come.In This Masterly History, Orlando Figes Reconstructs The First Full Conflagration Of Modernity, A Global Industrialized Struggle Fought With Unusual Ferocity And Incompetence. Drawing On Untapped Russian And Ottoman As Well As European Sources, Figes Vividly Depicts The World At War, From The Palaces Of St. Petersburg To The Holy Sites Of Jerusalem; From The Young Tolstoy Reporting In Sevastopol To Tsar Nicolas, Haunted By Dreams Of Religious Salvation; From The Ordinary Soldiers And Nurses On The Battlefields To The Women And Children In Towns Under Siege..Original, Magisterial, Alive With Voices Of The Time, The Crimean War Is A Historical Tour De Force Whose Depiction Of Ethnic Cleansing And The West'S Relations With The Muslim World Resonates With Contemporary Overtones. At Once A Rigorous, Original Study And A Sweeping, Panoramic Narrative, The Crimean War Is The Definitive Account Of The War That Mapped The Terrain For Today'S World..
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Crimean War: A History'? A: 'The Crimean War: A History' by Orlando Figes provides a comprehensive account of the Crimean War, exploring its impact on modern history, the key players involved, and the societal changes it prompted.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 608 pages, offering an in-depth exploration of the Crimean War.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Crimean War: A History' is available in hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a quality feel.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Orlando Figes, a renowned historian known for his expertise in Russian history.
- Q: When was 'The Crimean War: A History' published? A: The book was published on April 12, 2011.
- Q: Is the edition illustrated? A: Yes, this edition of 'The Crimean War: A History' is illustrated, providing visual context to the historical narrative.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'The Crimean War: A History' is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: What themes does the book address? A: The book addresses themes such as imperial conflict, the role of religion in warfare, and the social consequences of the Crimean War.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic purposes? A: Yes, 'The Crimean War: A History' is suitable for academic purposes, providing a detailed and well-researched account of the events surrounding the Crimean War.
- Q: Does the book include primary sources? A: Yes, Orlando Figes draws on untapped Russian, Ottoman, and European sources, offering a rich perspective on the war.