World War I: The Rest of the Story and How It Affects You Today, rev. ed.

Mr. Maybury presents an idea-based explanation of the First World War. He focuses on the ideas and events that led to World War I, events during the war, and how they led to World War II. Includes the ten deadly ideas that lead to war.

Using the epistolary style of writing (using letters to tell a story), Mr. Maybury plays the part of an economist (Uncle Eric) writing a series of letters to his niece or nephew (Chris). Using stories and examples, Mr. Maybury gives interesting and clear explanations of topics that are generally thought to be too difficult for anyone but experts.

Mr. Maybury warns, “beware of anyone who tells you a topic is above you or better left to experts. Many people are twice as smart as they think they are, but they’ve been intimidated into believing some topics are above them. You can understand almost anything if it is explained well.”

This is part one of a two-part series on the world wars. For part two, check out World War II: The Rest of the Story and How It Affects You Today. To improve the student’s learning experience, also purchase the student study guide for World War I titled A Bluestocking Guide: World War I.

Can be used for courses in World History, U.S. History, International Relations, Economics, Business, Finance, and Government.