The Cold War, 1945-1991 cover

The Cold War, 1945-1991

by John W. Mason

Mason provides concise coverage of the entire Cold War, paying particular attention to the Soviet-American dimension. This pamphlet: Analyzes the origins of the conflict Examines how the existence of nuclear weapons gives a unique character to the period Discusses the involvement of other nations and regions, particularly China Explains how and why the cold war ended Draws on recent research of revisionist scholars.

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