The Franco-Prussian War: The German Invasion of France 1870-1871 Product Description In 1870 Bismarck ordered the Prussian Army to invade France, inciting one of the most dramatic conflicts in European history. It transformed not only the states-system of the Continent but the whole climate of European moral and political thought. The overwhelming triumph of German military might, evoking general admiration and imitation, introduced an era of power politics, which was to reach its disastrous climax in 1914. First published in 1961 and now with a new introduction, The Franco-Prussian War is acknowledged as the definitive history of one of the most dramatic and decisive conflicts in the history of Europe. Review 'No outline can suggest the richness of detail and significance, or the superb command of language with which he invests his chronicle. His book is a masterpiece.' - Sunday Times 'Brilliantly written.' - Julian Critchley, The Week About the Author Sir Michael Howard was the Regius Professor of Modern History at the University of Oxford from 1980-1989. He was Professor of History at Yale University from 1989-1993. Features Routledge Details Product Dimensions: 5.43 x 1.2 x 8.5 inches Item Weight: 1.55 pounds Shipping Weight: 1.55 pounds Manufacturer: Routledge Item MPN: Illustrated Item part number: Illustrated Fast Shipping to all 50 States! We offer same days shipping if purchased by noon CT M-F. We even ship on some Saturday mornings (when we are in town). PR, VI, GU and other protectorates - we ship all first class and media mail eligible items. as well and any items that will fit into a Priority Mail flat rate envelope. Any items larger than that are not eligible to ship outside the US. However, we will ship larger items to you for the cost of postage. Contact us for details. Need 2 Day Shipping? We also offer 2-Day FedEx guaranteed shipping for only $12.95 for any items that will fit in a flat rate FedEx Pak envelope (price and option is only valid if this item will fit into a FedEx Pak envelope). Contact us if the item does not have the option listed. 30-day Money Back Guarantee If you're unhappy with the product, you may return it back for your money-back within 30 days. Items must be returned in the same condition that they went out in. We cannot accept returns on items that have been opened, worn or altered in any way from the original condition.