A HISTORY OF THE GREAT WAR - All 6 Volumes (Illustrated with Maps and Plans)
Enriched edition. World War I Through The Eyes of the Fighters: The British Campaign in France and FlandersBy Arthur Conan Doyle
Length58h 15m
About this audiobook
In "A History of the Great War," Arthur Conan Doyle delves into the monumental events of World War I, capturing the complexities and human experiences intertwined with the conflict. Spanning six illustrated volumes, the work is notable for its meticulous research and compelling narrative style that merges historical analysis with vivid storytelling. Doyle employs maps and plans to enhance readers' understanding of the war's geography and strategic movements, placing the reader in the heart of the battlefront while documenting the political and social ramifications of the war across various nations. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, renowned primarily for creating the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes, possessed a profound commitment to social issues and historical accuracy, which is reflected in this extensive work. His experiences as a physician serving in the war and his keen interest in military strategy greatly informed this comprehensive history. Doyle sought not just to chronicle events but to elucidate the moral questions posed by the war, drawing on his personal convictions as a social commentator of his time. This seminal work is highly recommended for scholars and history enthusiasts alike, as it offers an indispensable perspective on one of the most significant events in modern history. Doyle's blend of narrative flair and scholarly research presents a moving tribute to those who lived through the Great War, making it essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the war's legacy.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length58 hrs 15 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 16, 2024
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Introduction
3Historical Context
4Author Biography
5Synopsis (Selection)
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6A History of the Great War, Volume 1 (pt. 1)
7A History of the Great War, Volume 1 (pt. 2)
8A History of the Great War, Volume 1 (pt. 3)
9A History of the Great War, Volume 1 (pt. 4)
10A History of the Great War, Volume 1 (pt. 5)
11A History of the Great War, Volume 2 (pt. 1)
12A History of the Great War, Volume 2 (pt. 2)
13A History of the Great War, Volume 2 (pt. 3)
14A History of the Great War, Volume 2 (pt. 4)
15A History of the Great War, Volume 3 (pt. 1)
16A History of the Great War, Volume 3 (pt. 2)
17A History of the Great War, Volume 3 (pt. 3)
18A History of the Great War, Volume 3 (pt. 4)
19A History of the Great War, Volume 3 (pt. 5)
20A History of the Great War, Volume 4 (pt. 1)
21A History of the Great War, Volume 4 (pt. 2)
22A History of the Great War, Volume 4 (pt. 3)
23A History of the Great War, Volume 4 (pt. 4)
24A History of the Great War, Volume 5 (pt. 1)
25A History of the Great War, Volume 5 (pt. 2)
26A History of the Great War, Volume 5 (pt. 3)
27A History of the Great War, Volume 5 (pt. 4)
28A History of the Great War, Volume 5 (pt. 5)
29A History of the Great War, Volume 6 (pt. 1)
30A History of the Great War, Volume 6 (pt. 2)
31A History of the Great War, Volume 6 (pt. 3)
32A History of the Great War, Volume 6 (pt. 4)
33Analysis
34Reflection
35Memorable Quotes
Das Geheimnis von Cloomber-Hall (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle7h 48m$2 · $0.00
Das Tal des Grauens (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle9h 15m$1 · $0.00
Das Zeichen der Vier (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle6h 42m$1 · $0.00
Neues von Sherlock Holmes - Die Hörbücher - Folge 30: Sherlock Holmes und die GeheimwaffeArthur Conan Doyle, Andreas Zwengel4h 4m$12 · $0.00
TRUE CRIME: British Murder Mysteries (Annotated)Arthur Conan Doyle5h 57m$2 · $0.00
Späte Rache (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle6h 32m$1 · $0.00
The Valley of Fear (Annotated)Arthur Conan Doyle8h 10m$2 · $0.00
Micha Clarke (Historischer Roman) (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle23h 11m$1 · $0.00
The Complete Sherlock Holmes Books: All Novels & Short Story Collections (Illustrated) (Annotated)Arthur Conan Doyle70h$2 · $0.00
The Hound of the Baskervilles (Annotated)Arthur Conan Doyle8h 15m$2 · $0.00
The Collected "Sherlock Holmes" Stories (Annotated)Arthur Conan Doyle64h 30m$2 · $0.00
His Last Bow – Some Later Reminiscences of Sherlock Holmes (Annotated)Arthur Conan Doyle8h 54m$2 · $0.00
Sherlock Holmes: Gesammelte Romane und Detektivgeschichten (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle59h 11m$1 · $0.00
The Collected Works of Arthur Conan Doyle (Annotated)Arthur Conan Doyle447h 14m$2 · $0.00
Sherlock Holmes: Das Tal des Grauens / Sherlock Holmes: The Valley of Fear (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle15h 49m$1 · $0.00
Die verlorene Welt (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle11h 42m$2 · $0.00
Onkel Bernac (Historischer Roman) (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle8h 4m$1 · $0.00
Die Memoiren des Sherlock Holmes: Holmes' erstes Abenteuer und andere Detektivgeschichten (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle21h 27m$1 · $0.00
Die Rückkehr des Sherlock Holmes (Kommentiert)Arthur Conan Doyle12h 31m$1 · $0.00
A Study in ScarletArthur Conan Doyle3h 58m$12 · $0.00
The Bark Canoes and Skin Boats of North America (Annotated)Howard Irving Chapelle, Tappan Adney13h 10m$2 · $0.00
I've Been to the MountaintopMartin Luther King48m5.0 (1)$11 · $0.00
RevolutionariesSanjeev Sanyal11h 23m$29 · $0.00
We Crossed a Bridge and It TrembledWendy Pearlman6h$24 · $0.00
Unbroken Bonds of BattleJohnny Joey Jones8h 31m$8 · $0.00
The Daughter of AuschwitzTova Friedman, Malcolm Brabant7h 54m$26 · $0.00
Lily's PromiseLily Ebert, Dov Forman8h 54m$29 · $0.00
Saving My EnemyBob Welch9h 11m$20
On Democracies and Death CultsDouglas Murray10h 38m$29 · $0.00
Across the RiverKent Babb11h 40m$29 · $0.00
Balcony Over Jerusalem: A Middle East Memoir - Israel, Palestine and BeyondJohn Lyons12h 37m$33 · $0.00
The Fire Next TimeJames Baldwin2h 25m$15
EnduranceAlfred Lansing6h 1m$20
LES MISERABLES (Illustrated Edition)Victor Hugo66h 17m$1 · $0.00
BeyondStephen Walker15h 39m$33 · $0.00
The Antiquities of the Jews (Annotated)Flavius Josephus59h 14m$3 · $0.00
Kings and PawnsHoward Bryant10h 9m$29 · $0.00
No EscapeNury Turkel9h 30m$28 · $0.00
The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (Complete 6 Volume Edition)Edward Gibbon179h 45m$2 · $0.00
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