World War Two: A Short History Stone, Norman Summary Stone--one of the greatest living historians of the 20th century--provides an unprecedentedly concise, utterly authoritative account of the deadliest war of human history. Stone--one of the greatest living historians of the 20th century--provides an unprecedentedly concise, utterly authoritative account of the deadliest war of human history. Over 60 million people perished in World War Two, and the story of how the conflict roared to life from the ashes of the Great War is shocking, tragic, and also completely preventable in hindsight. Highlights Easy to enjoy: 272 pages · Hardcover By Stone, Norman Details ISBN: 9780465013722 Author: Stone, Norman Format: Hardcover Pages: 272 Language: English Publication date: 8 January 2013 Condition: New About the author Stone, Norman