Michael Howard
10 books
About the Author
Michael Howard is a distinguished historian and Emeritus Professor of Modern History at the University of Oxford, renowned for his insightful analyses of military and international affairs. With a career spanning decades, he has served as a fellow of All Souls College and Oriel College, Oxford, and held prestigious positions including the Chichele Professorship of the History of War. Howard's scholarship bridges the gap between academic rigor and accessible prose, making complex historical events understandable to a broad audience. His seminal work, The First World War: A Very Short Introduction, distills the cataclysmic events of 1914-1918 into a concise yet profound narrative, exploring the war's origins, conduct, and enduring legacy on the modern world. A recipient of numerous accolades, including the Wolfson History Prize, Howard continues to influence contemporary discourse on conflict and strategy.
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Books by Michael Howard
