The World on Fire: 1919 and the Battle with Bolshevism. Anthony Read

Set against the backdrop of the 1919 Paris Peace Conference, the narrative explores the complexities of post-World War I diplomacy as Western leaders sought to curb German militarism while grappling with the rise of Bolshevism. The book delves into the paradox of striving for a democratic peace in a world increasingly threatened by new forms of conflict, particularly terrorism, highlighting the challenges of reconciling ideals with harsh realities in a rapidly changing political landscape.