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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
The World War I soldier at Château Thierry The World War I soldier at Château Thierry William R. Sanford Recreates the experiences of one World War I soldier as he fights in the battle of Château Thierry. OL15129739W
World War I World War I Zachary Kent "Examines World War I, including the causes of the war, the important leaders and battles, America's involvement in the war, the home front, and the Allied victory"--Provided by publisher. OL15587132W
Treaties, trenches, mud, and blood Treaties, trenches, mud, and blood Hale, Nathan "World War I set the tone for the 20th century and introduced a new type of warfare: global, mechanical, and brutal. Nathan Hale has gathered some of the most fascinating true-life tales from the war… OL19978695W
The Story of the First World War The Story of the First World War Paul Dowswell This is a fascinating account of one the most destructive conflicts the world has ever known, published in association with the Imperial War Museums. It looks at the causes of the war, its great batt… OL20336738W
Women in World War I Women in World War I Nick Hunter World War I brought many changes for women. Some stepped into roles left vacant by men now serving overseas, while others helped the war effort as nurses, telephone operators, and more. This book exp… OL22642011W
Horror of World War I Horror of World War I Nancy Dickmann 48 pages : 25 cm OL26809088W
Battle Battle Richard Holmes Discover the history of battles, from the hand-to-hand combat of the ancient Assyrians to the artillery actions of World War I. OL3125814W
World War I World War I Linda S. George Describes the impact of World War I on life in the United States, discussing such topics as propaganda, prejudices against immigrants and African-Americans, opposition to the war, and women's roles. OL3276892W
World War I World War I Peter I. Bosco Tells why America abandoned its isolationism to participate in World War I, and its significance for America. OL4093771W
World War I World War I Connolly, Sean Discusses World War I and presents primary source material. OL443548W
Hooray for peace, hurrah for war Hooray for peace, hurrah for war Steven Jantzen Traces the impact of World War I on American society, from the spirited organization of the "home front" to the social conditions and contributions of poor immigrants, middle classes, and the wealthy. OL4450843W
Lawrence of Arabia Lawrence of Arabia Alistair MacLean Colorful characters, a larger-than-life hero, stirring battles, death-defying desert treks, and an adventure rich in mystery and romance, are all depicted by a great writer. That and more is what rea… OL5034414W
In Flanders Fields In Flanders Fields Linda Granfield Presents the context for the writing of the famous poem by the Canadian medical officer who attended injured soldiers in Flanders during the First World War. OL527182W