The Guns of August
by Barbara Tuchman
This book matches your interests as it delves into the complexities and decisions that led to the outbreak of World War I, similar to the exploration presented in 'The Sleepwalkers'.
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The War That Ended Peace
by Margaret MacMillan
Like 'The Sleepwalkers', this book offers an insightful look into the political, social, and economic strands that led Europe into conflict.
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Sleepwalkers: How Europe Went to War in 1914
by Christopher Clark
This is an essential read for understanding the collective actions and tensions among nations that led to the war, echoing the themes of your interest.
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1914: The Year the World Ended
by Paul Ham
This book offers a similar approach to understanding the timeline and critical moments leading up to the war, resonating with your interest in detailed historical narratives.
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The First World War
by John Keegan
Keegan provides a different perspective on the war while still showcasing the events that led up to it, making it a valuable read.
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The Pity of War: Britain Is Death and the Great War
by Niall Ferguson
Ferguson's critical take on the war offers insights into the decisions and misjudgments that shaped the conflict, relevant to your interest in the causes behind the war.
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A World Undone: The Story of the Great War, 1914 to 1918
by G.J. Meyer
This comprehensive overview of the war provides background and context that parallels the themes found in 'The Sleepwalkers'.
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To Lose a Battle: France 1940
by Alistair Horne
While centered on a later conflict, Horne's examination of miscalculations in war has parallels to the discussions of European tensions in 1914.
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