Description
This reference contains narrative essays on key events and issues, and also features an A-to-Z encyclopedia, a concise chronology, and an annotated resource section listing books, articles, films, novels, web sites, and CD-ROMs on Cold War themes.
About the Author
Michael Kort is a professor of social science at Boston University's College of General Studies. He is the author of several books on the Soviet Union and Cold War history including The Handbook of the Former Soviet Union; The Soviet Colossus: History and Aftermath; and The Cold War.
Reviews
One of the most concise and usable handbooks available... An excellent starting point for further investigation and refinement of questions. Booklist A valuable encyclopedia on the Cold War--one of the few available--containing a wealth of information not otherwise available in one place. A very useful approach to the subject. Kirkus Reviews A balanced, well argued short chapter on the Vietnam War... also contains an excellent listing of relevant people, events, and terms. The V V A Veteran
Book Information
ISBN 9780231107730
Author Michael Kort
Format Paperback
Page Count 420
Imprint Columbia University Press
Publisher Columbia University Press