Experience of Warfare in Britain 1854-1929 Access to History:

Summary:
About the series
The Access to History series is the most popular and trusted series for advanced level history students, offering:
- Authoritative, engaging and accessible content
- Comprehensive coverage of the AS and A level history specifications
- Design features, study guides and web support to help students achieve exam success.

About the book
This title covers the experience of warfare in Britain and the social and political effects that had in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. It examines major questions such as:
- What was the impact of the Crimean War?
- What was the impact of the Second Boer War?
- What was the experience of war on the Western Front?
- What was the impact of the First World War on the Home Front?

Throughout the book, key dates, terms and issues are highlighted, and historical interpretations of key debates are outlined. Summary diagrams are included to consolidate knowledge and understanding of the period, and exam-style questions and tips written by a senior examiner provide the opportunity to develop exam skills.

• Relevant content specific to the Edexcel AS History unit of the same name.
• In-depth coverage of the period presented in an accessible way.
• Exam-style questions and tips written by a senior examiner offers support with assessment.
• Summary diagrams throughout aid with revision of the key topics and themes.

Table of Contents:
Chapter 1 Introduction: Warfare and History
Chapter 2 The Crimean War
Chapter 3 Effects of the Crimean War
Chapter 4 The Boer War
Chapter 5 Effects of the Boer War
Chapter 6 The Great War
Chapter 7 The Home Front, 1914-18: Recruiting and Mobilising
Chapter 8 The Home Front, 1914-18: Hearts and Minds
Chapter 9 Conclusion
Glossary

About the Author(s):
Dr Robert Pearce is an experienced author and one of the series editors of the Access to History series.

Readership:
AS level students studying this unit