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The realpolitik behind the official history of the Second World War

Observador13 September 2026 at 12:19

Historian Tim Bouverie is the author of "Allies at War", a work that addresses the history of the Second World War from the perspective of realpolitik, that is, analyzing the political and strategic decisions behind historical events.

The book positions itself as an indispensable read for understanding the Second World War period, offering an approach that goes beyond the official narrative of events.

In addition to analyzing the historical conflict, the work aims to help the reader understand contemporary geopolitics, establishing connections between decisions made during the war and the current international context.

Why this matters

This book allows Portuguese-speaking readers to better understand the origins of current geopolitical tensions and international alliances, by unraveling the political and strategic calculations behind the decisions of the Allies during the Second World War. The work is relevant for those who wish to understand how historical events shaped the contemporary world, including relations between powers and power dynamics that are still felt today.

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