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America and the Cold War, 1941-1991 a realist interpretation

What were the origins of the Cold War? What policies fueled it? Why did the Cold War perpetuate the nuclear arms race? How did it end? Who "won" the Cold War and why does it matter? The significance of the debate surrounding the answers to these questions makes for fascinating reading as i...

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Main Authors: Graebner, Norman A. (Author), Burns, Richard Dean (Author), Siracusa, Joseph M. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Santa Barbara, Calif. Praeger [2010]
Subjects:
Cold war
United States > Foreign relations > 1945-1989
United States > politics and government > 1945-1989
United States > Foreign relations > Soviet Union
Soviet Union > Foreign relations > United States
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Summary:What were the origins of the Cold War? What policies fueled it? Why did the Cold War perpetuate the nuclear arms race? How did it end? Who "won" the Cold War and why does it matter? The significance of the debate surrounding the answers to these questions makes for fascinating reading as it sheds light on the late 20th century--and its aftermath.
Physical Description:2 volumes illustrations 24 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:9780313385254

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