The outbreak of the First World War is one of the most controversial and fiercely debated subjects in history. The historical debate surrounding it has been intensely affected by the prevailing political climate and by the urge to find out who was primarily responsible. The Origins of the First World War brings together leading experts from around the world to explore the key themes and debates and examine some widely-held myths about the origins of the conflict. They uncover new evidence and provide fresh insights to provide a comprehensive and insightful volume that will to appeal to both scholars and students.


Frank McDonough is a recognised authority on Anglo-German relations and is Professor of International History at Liverpool John Moores University, UK. A prolific writer, his books include Neville Chamberlain, Appeasement and the British Road to War (1998); The Holocaust (2008); and Sophie Scholl: Heroine of the German Resistance (2009).