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The Proud Tower A Portrait Of The World Before The War 1890 1914
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The Classic Account Of The Leadup To World War I, Told With A Rare Combination Of Impeccable Scholarship And Literary Polish (The New York Times)From The Pulitzer Prizewinning Author Of The Guns Of Augustduring The Fateful Quarter Century Leading Up To World War I, The Climax Of A Century Of Rapid, Unprecedented Change, A Privileged Few Enjoyed Olympian Luxury As The Underclass Was Heaving In Its Pain, Its Power, And Its Hate. In The Proud Tower, Barbara W. Tuchman Brings The Era To Vivid Life: The Decline Of The Edwardian Aristocracy; The Anarchists Of Europe And America; Germany And Its Selfdepicted Hero, Richard Strauss; Diaghilevs Russian Ballet And Stravinskys Music; The Dreyfus Affair; The Peace Conferences In The Hague; And The Enthusiasm And Tragedy Of Socialism, Epitomized By The Assassination Of Jean Jaurs On The Night The Great War Began And An Epoch Came To A Close.The Proud Tower, The Guns Of August, And The Zimmermann Telegram Comprise Barbara W. Tuchmans Classic Histories Of The First World War Era.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Proud Tower'? A: 'The Proud Tower' explores the socio-political landscape leading up to World War I, highlighting the contrast between the luxury of the elite and the struggles of the underclass during a time of significant change.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Proud Tower'? A: The author of 'The Proud Tower' is Barbara W. Tuchman, a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian known for her engaging narrative style.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Proud Tower' have? A: 'The Proud Tower' contains 608 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its historical subjects.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this book? A: 'The Proud Tower' is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'The Proud Tower' published? A: 'The Proud Tower' was published on August 27, 1996.
- Q: Is 'The Proud Tower' suitable for educational purposes? A: Yes, 'The Proud Tower' is categorized under Historical Study & Educational Resources, making it suitable for both academic and personal study.
- Q: What is the edition of 'The Proud Tower'? A: This listing is for the 1st edition of 'The Proud Tower', published by Ballantine Books.
- Q: Are there any notable events discussed in 'The Proud Tower'? A: 'The Proud Tower' discusses several significant events such as the Dreyfus Affair, the rise of Anarchism, and the Peace Conferences in The Hague.
- Q: What makes 'The Proud Tower' a significant historical account? A: 'The Proud Tower' is considered significant due to its combination of rigorous scholarship and literary style, making complex historical topics accessible to a wide audience.
- Q: Can 'The Proud Tower' be used for research on World War I? A: Yes, 'The Proud Tower' is a valuable resource for research on World War I as it provides context and analysis of the events leading up to the war.