The causes of the Second World War
This is an overview of the various causes of World War II. The book summarizes the essence of the debate, focusing on such controversial issues as appeasement (reasoning or surrender?) and fascism (gangsterism or planned expansionism).
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Consultant Editor's Preface. Preface +ACY- Acknowledgements. Introduction. 1. The Powers in 1919 and After. 2. The Making of the Inter-War World, 1919-1923. 3. The Failed Peace, 1919-1933. 4. The Challenge of Fascism and the Democratic Response. 5. The International System Challenged 1933-1936. 6. The Deepening Crisis, 1936-1938. 7. The Outbreak of War in Europe. 8. The Crisis in the Far East. 9. From War to World War. 10. Interpretations and the Changing View. Conclusion. Appendices. Notes. Bibliography. Index.