World War II: Almanac - By George Feldman ( 2000 )

Between 1939 and 1945 a war was fought among all the
major powers of the world. By the end of it, more than fifty
countries were involved. It was a war in which more people died
than had died in any previous war and it changed the political,
social, and economic face of the entire world. World War II:
Almanac provides a comprehensive range of historical informa-
tion and current commentary on World War II. The set explores
how events after World War I (1914–18) led to World War II; the
impact of the rise of dictatorial governments in Europe and of
militarism in Japan; how world leaders attempted to avoid war;
the relationships among the Allied countries and among the
Axis countries; major battles and turning points; life on the
home fronts and the nature of German occupations in Europe;
scientific developments; art and entertainment during the war;
and finally, how the world was changed by the war.

Other Features
World War II: Almanac is divided into seventeen subject
chapters, each focusing on a particular topic, such as The
Beginning of the War in Europe, Europe Under Occupation,The War Against Japan, and Spies and Scientists. The chapters
contain numerous sidebar boxes, some focusing on people
associated with the war, others taking a closer look at pivotal
events. More than 150 black-and-white photos and maps illus-
trate the text. Each volume begins with a timeline of events, a
“Words to Know” section, and a “Research and Activity Ideas”
section. The volumes conclude with a list of sources students
can go to for more information and a subject index so students
can easily find the people, places, and events discussed
throughout World War II: Almanac.