World War II Map by Map by DK - History Map by Map Series - Non Fiction - Hardback

Details. Condition: BRAND NEW. Format: Hardback. ISBN: 9780241358719. Publisher: DK (Dorling Kindersley). Age Range: 12+ (Adult & Young Adult readers). Overview. World War II Map by Map is a stunning visual history that traces the deadliest conflict of the twentieth century through more than 100 specially created and historical maps. Spanning every major theatre — Europe, North Africa, the Pacific and the Eastern Front — this DK reference title pairs cartography with concise timelines, archival photography and leader profiles, making it an essential addition for history enthusiasts, students and gift buyers who want a rigorous yet accessible account of the war.. About the Book. Structured across five chapters and eleven narrative overviews, World War II Map by Map uses a map-led approach to show exactly how the conflict unfolded on land, sea and in the air. Nine main contemporary maps — including original battle maps drawn from both Allied and Axis sources — sit alongside easy-to-read text panels that explain troop movements, invasion routes, naval campaigns and turning points such as Dunkirk, Pearl Harbor, Stalingrad, Monte Cassino and the Battle of the Bulge. Thirty photo-feature spreads go beyond the front lines to explore the era's social, economic and technological context, while profiles of key political and military leaders illuminate the decisions that shaped the outcome of the war. Written by historians headed by consultant Richard Overy, with a foreword by Peter Snow, the hardback brings scholarly authority to a visual format, balancing big-picture strategy with human stories, artefacts and imagery — ideal for classroom research or personal study.. More than 100 specially created and historical maps covering every major WWII theatre. Detailed timelines that track day-by-day and year-by-year developments. Archival photographs and contemporary artefacts bringing context to the maps. Profiles of key leaders whose decisions shaped the war's course. 288-page ha