Origins of the Cold War 1941–1949
€49.90
Product Information
| ISBN | 9781032974583 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Martin McCauley |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Format | Paperback |
| Number of pages | 426 |
| Weight (kg) | 0.546 |
| Publishing Date | 01/07/2025 |
| Price (excl. tax) | €47.08 |
| Tax | €2.82 |
| Price (incl. tax) | €49.90 |
| Availability | 2 units in external warehouse |
Product Description
Now in its sixth edition, the Origins of the Cold War offers a new perspective on the momentous conflict between the Soviet Union and the United States, covering the tumultuous years of 1941 to 1949.
Adopting an internationalist approach, McCauley builds on the fifth edition by tracing the evolution of the post-imperial world after 1945. Chapters have been updated and expanded to includes analyses of countries such as India, Pakistan and Malaya and an exciting discussion of the new Cold War history, which seeks to understand the mistakes and misperceptions of the Western allies. Moreover, this sixth edition offers readers insight into how Stalin ruled, with additional chapters delving into state secrecy and the books in Stalins library.
Combining the latest scholarship with accessible primary sources, the Origins of the Cold War stands as a valuable introduction to a fascinating period and will be useful to scholars and students of modern global history and international affairs.