Summary:
The book provides a comprehensive account of World War I, detailing the political, military, and social aspects of the conflict that spanned from 1914 to 1918. It offers a chronological narrative of the events, battles, and personal experiences that shaped the war and its profound global impact.
Key points:
1. War Causes: Gilbert highlights alliances, rivalries, and tensions leading to the war, with the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand as the trigger.
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