Gallipoli: A ridge too far
$52.90
This large paperback book, edited by Ashley Ekins, contains chapters by historians from every country involved in the conflict, along with numerous photographs and maps.
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One Year. Seven Countries. Fifteen Authors.
When troops from Great Britain, France, Australia, New Zealand and India landed on a stategic peninsula in the Aegean Sea in April 1915, they believed they would quickly defeat Turkey and shorten the war with Germany. Few foresaw the tragedy that lay ahead and no one predicted the impact Gallipoli would have on the later development of the participating nations.
Now, for the first time, Gallipoli: A ridge too far tells the full story of the climatic battles from multiple perspectives, describing the pivotal events of that momentous year as they affected all the countries involved.
‘A fascinating anthology of perspectives that focus on stratefies and plans as well as key battles and lasting legacies.’ – The Weekly
‘The book is easy to read and is well presented with many photographs, tables and maps throughout’. – Book Review
‘It’s a really convincing portrayal of the wider implications and aspects of the strategy of the war… really good maps.’ – Review on Radio New Zealand
