Description
DATE OF RELEASE: 29 OCT 2026
From the hit Short History of... podcast and book series comes the dramatic, action-packed story of World War II, bringing us an accessible, short-form deep dive into one of the bloodiest wars in human history. Combining impeccable research with thrilling storytelling, this riveting short history explores the key events and characters of the Second World War.
Storm the beaches of Normandy, take to the skies during the Battle of Britain, and eavesdrop as critical decisions are made in Churchill’s War Rooms and Hitler’s Führerbunker. Spend time embedded with the Special Operations Executive, feel the bite of winter on the Eastern Front and step into the crucible of the North African desert. A Short History of World War II brings these epic events to life in cinematic detail, charting the critical moments of this crucial period in history.
Hardback | Extent: 304 pages
Publication: 29 Oct 2026, Transworld | ISBN: 9780857509000
