Italy at war and the Allies in the West

A vivid, first‑hand chronicle of Italy’s involvement in the Great War, this volume brings the battlefield and diplomatic corridors of 1917 to life. Written by a seasoned correspondent who traveled alongside soldiers, royalty, and diplomats, the narrative blends on‑the‑ground observations with the perspectives of leaders from Rome, London, Paris and Washington. Readers hear the terse exchange between the King of Italy and the Prince of Wales, feel the rumble of artillery‑scarred trenches, and glimpse the strategic decisions shaping the Allied effort.

The book is richly illustrated, offering period photographs and sketches that complement the author's detailed reports. Drawing on a wealth of official sources and personal contacts, it provides clear explanations of Italy’s military campaigns, the challenges of coalition warfare, and the human stories emerging from the front. Its accessible prose makes a complex chapter of history both engaging and informative for anyone curious about the Western Front’s lesser‑known Italian dimension.