The Rise and Fall of the Cold War

By Harvey Urbina

The Rise and Fall of the Cold War provides an insightful exploration of the unique and largely non-violent conflict between East and West that defined much of the 20th century. Spanning nearly fifty years, from the conclusion of World War II to the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, this era was marked by constant tension, with the United States and the Soviet Union eyeing each other with mistrust and hostility. The specter of a nuclear Third World War loomed large, as the devastation of the previous global conflict was still fresh in memory.

As Europe struggled to rebuild, key figures like Churchill, Stalin, and Roosevelt had to navigate a fragile peace, seeking common ground despite deep ideological divides. The Rise and Fall of the Cold War offers a detailed examination of the political landscape of the time, shedding light on the complex relationships that shaped the rebuilding of Europe and the broader global order in the aftermath of World War II.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1667848534
• ISBN13: 9781667848532
• Release Date: July 2022
• Publisher: Bookbaby
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.3" x 9.1"