Battle Guide's debut book, a gripping account of 12 world war battles that shaped the 20th century. Brand new for 2026

Inferno is a gripping history of the world wars told through twelve battles that shaped the fate of the 20th century.

''Battle Guide is a wonderful resource that transforms how we visit battlefields and allows us to understand what really happened in a way that has never been shown before. It is pioneeringly brilliant.'' James Holland In an age of conflict, history is our best guide. From the Battle of the Somme to the Battle of Okinawa, this brilliant debut book, from the team behind the online platform Battle Guide, will explore the key battles of the 20th century and look at the pivotal moments that came to define the modern world. We join the team at Battle Guide - four leading academics in their fields - from the occupied banks of the Marne in Paris, to the Battle of Berlin at the conclusion of the Second World War. Throughout the experts investigate the build-up, context, key moments and strategies on both sides, culminating in a fascinating and unique look at the role of those key conflicts in shaping the 20th century.

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Inferno is a gripping history of the world wars told through twelve battles that shaped the fate of the 20th century.

From Verdun and the Somme to the Battle of Britain, Stalingrad, D-Day and the fall of Berlin, this is war at full intensity: the clashes that shattered armies, toppled regimes and redrew the map of the world. Written by the team behind the hit platform Battle Guide, Inferno combines expert analysis with vivid storytelling, plunging readers into the chaos of the frontline and the high-stakes decisions that changed history.

Packed with drama, insight, and unforgettable moments of courage, catastrophe and command, this is an urgent, immersive account of twelve battles whose shockwaves still shape our world.