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Explore the captivating narrative of Australia's World War I experience with 'Broken Nation', a profound account of the war that shaped a nation. This award-winning book, a winner of the Prime Minister's Literary Award for Australian History, provides a comprehensive examination of not only the epic battles fought but also the emotional toll on the home front. Delve into the tales of resilience from families enduring the horrors of conflict, as Joan Beaumont weaves deep scholarship with evocative storytelling. Covering crucial moments from Gallipoli to the lesser-known engagements in Europe and the Middle East, 'Broken Nation' immerses you in Australia’s rich military history. This is the definitive book for anyone interested in understanding the Anzac legend with its complex realities, featuring themes of conscription debates and the aftermath of the Spanish flu. With 656 pages packed with enlightening insights and historical context, this book is essential for students, history buffs, and anyone passionate about Australia’s heritage. The ISBN for this new book is 9781760111304, published by Allen & Unwin in 2014. Experience the story behind Australia’s courageous diggers and the strength of those they left behind. Order now to own a piece of history—the perfect addition to your collection or a thoughtful gift for any history enthusiast. Delivery options available for swift shipping, ensuring you receive your copy promptly.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760111304
Year: 2014
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 656
Description:
Winner of the Prime Minister's Literary Award for Australian History 2014
Winner of the NSW Premier's History Awards, Australian History Prize 2014
Winner of the Queensland Literary Awards, History Award 2014
'If you read only one book about Australia's experience of World War I, make it Broken Nation, an account that joins the history of the war to the home front, and that details the barbarism of the battlefields as well as the desolation, despair, and bitter divisions that devastated the communities left behind.' - Marilyn Lake, Australian Book Review
The Great War is, for many Australians, the event that defined our nation. The larrikin diggers, trench warfare, and the landing at Gallipoli have become the stuff of the Anzac 'legend'. But it was also a war fought by the families at home. Their resilience in the face of hardship, their stoic acceptance of enormous casualty lists and their belief that their cause was just made the war effort possible.
Broken Nation is the first book to bring together all the dimensions of World War I. Combining deep scholarship with powerful storytelling, Joan Beaumont brings the war years to life: from the well-known battles at Gallipoli, Pozieres, Fromelles and Villers-Bretonneux, to the lesser known battles in Europe and the Middle East; from the ferocious debates over conscription to the disillusioning Paris peace conference and the devastating 'Spanish' flu the soldiers brought home. We witness the fear and courage of tens of thousands of soldiers, grapple with the strategic nightmares confronting the commanders, and come to understa
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760111304
Year: 2014
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 656
Description:
Winner of the Prime Minister's Literary Award for Australian History 2014
Winner of the NSW Premier's History Awards, Australian History Prize 2014
Winner of the Queensland Literary Awards, History Award 2014
'If you read only one book about Australia's experience of World War I, make it Broken Nation, an account that joins the history of the war to the home front, and that details the barbarism of the battlefields as well as the desolation, despair, and bitter divisions that devastated the communities left behind.' - Marilyn Lake, Australian Book Review
The Great War is, for many Australians, the event that defined our nation. The larrikin diggers, trench warfare, and the landing at Gallipoli have become the stuff of the Anzac 'legend'. But it was also a war fought by the families at home. Their resilience in the face of hardship, their stoic acceptance of enormous casualty lists and their belief that their cause was just made the war effort possible.
Broken Nation is the first book to bring together all the dimensions of World War I. Combining deep scholarship with powerful storytelling, Joan Beaumont brings the war years to life: from the well-known battles at Gallipoli, Pozieres, Fromelles and Villers-Bretonneux, to the lesser known battles in Europe and the Middle East; from the ferocious debates over conscription to the disillusioning Paris peace conference and the devastating 'Spanish' flu the soldiers brought home. We witness the fear and courage of tens of thousands of soldiers, grapple with the strategic nightmares confronting the commanders, and come to understa