World War II Reference Library: Almanac, 2 Volume set

The causes, events and legacy of World War II are the subjects of this 2-vol. set. Part of the U·X·L® World War II Reference Library , World War Almanac provides extensive background information and includes contrary viewpoints that are presented in an objective manner. Students will read about the climate before the war, important battles, scientific developments, civilian experiences and how the world was different at wars end. The 17subject chapters Holocaust, The Allies and the Axis, Spies and Scientists, the Defeat of Germany, and more. Also included are sidebars, glossary, timeline, sources for further study and an index.