Tug of War: The Battle for Italy 1943-45

Italy's bloody three-year campaign laid bare in unflinching detail. This comprehensive account charts the Allied struggle from Sicily to the Gothic Line—a grinding war of attrition through mountains, mud, and politics. Christopher Buckley captures the strategic missteps, the sacrifice of ordinary soldiers, and the high cost of 'the soft underbelly of Europe.' Perfect for military history enthusiasts and anyone seeking to understand one of WWII's most brutal yet overlooked theatres.