| Description |
1 online resource : illustrations, maps |
| Series |
Very short introductions ; 87 |
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Very short introductions ; 87.
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| Contents |
1. World War II and the destruction of the old order -- 2. The origins of the Cold War in Europe, 1945-50 -- 3. Towards 'Hot War' in Asia, 1945-50 -- 4. A global Cold War, 1950-8 -- 5. From confrontation to detente, 1958-68 -- 6. Cold wars at home -- 7. The rise and fall of superpower detente, 1968-79 -- 8. The final phase, 1980-90 |
| Summary |
The massive disorder and economic ruin following the Second World War inevitably predetermined the scope and intensity of the Cold War. But why did it last so long? And what impact did it have on the United States, the Soviet Union, Europe, and the Third World? Finally, how did it affect the broader history of the second half of the twentieth century -- what were the human and financial costs? This Very Short Introduction provides a clear and stimulating interpretive overview of the Cold War, one that will both invite debate and encourage deeper investigation |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Cold War.
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World politics -- 1945-1989.
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International relations.
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international relations.
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HISTORY -- Modern.
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Diplomatic relations
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International relations
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World politics
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Koude Oorlog.
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Internationale betrekkingen.
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Internationale politiek.
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| SUBJECT |
United States -- Foreign relations -- Soviet Union.
http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85140115
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Soviet Union -- Foreign relations -- United States.
http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85125763
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| Subject |
Soviet Union
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United States
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9780191538933 |
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0191538930 |
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9780191577581 |
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0191577588 |
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9786611865726 |
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6611865721 |
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9781281865724 |
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1281865729 |
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9780191775413 |
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019177541X |
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