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B. H. Liddell Hart’s The History of the First World War is a detailed account of one of mankind’s most devastating wars. Summary of the Book Liddell Hart’s book on World War I is one of the most widely read and well known books on the topic. He writes with a personal vein, for he fought on several of the battlefields himself. His words paint a stark image of the proceedings of the war, and he reveals how the war had been building steadily for a few years before the assassination of the Archduke Ferdinand. He delves into the political necessity for the war and reveals all the twists as they played out. A detailed military classic, this book is a must-read for history buffs and casual readers alike. About B. H. Liddell Hart Sir Basil Henry Liddell Hart was a British soldier, military historian and theorist. He is known for developing armoured warfare, and for his books, History of the Second World War, Strategy: The Indirect Approach, The Defence of Britain and The Revolution in Warfare. A decorated soldier, Sir Liddell Hart volunteered to become an officer in the Kings Own Yorkshire Light Infantry and fought on the Western Front. Promoted to the rank of Captain, he was known for his understanding of tactics and armoured warfare.