The Pity of War

The Pity of War challenges traditional historical interpretations of the First World War by arguing that British intervention was unnecessary and transformed a European dispute into a global catastrophe. Niall Ferguson examines the economic, financial, and military aspects of the conflict to evaluate alternative outcomes and leadership decisions. The book explores how military readiness and economic power dictated wartime fortunes while reshaping international relations.

by Niall Ferguson

Basic Books · First published 1998 · 563 pages