John Lewis Gaddis
What’s inside
An expansive chronicle of the ideological and political confrontations between the United States and the Soviet Union, from the late 1940s to the late 1980s.
You’ll Learn
- Insights into 20th-century history
- Understanding global politics
- Learning about conflict resolution
- Gaining perspective on current international relations
Key Points
- Origins of the Cold War
- Major global conflicts and crises
- Nuclear arms race
- Espionage and intelligence
- End of the Soviet Union
- Lasting impact on international relations
Who’s it For
- History enthusiasts
- Political science students
- Cold War veterans
- Policy analysts
About the author
John Lewis Gaddis is a noted historian of the Cold War and a professor of military and naval history.