Professor Divine, one of the leading American diplomatic historians, here examines the major controversy of Eisenhower's second term: the successful Soviet launching of Sputnik, which triggered a long period of public anxiety over the quality of American strategic, technological, and educational policies. He traces the dramatic and long-reaching impact of these events, especially on defence strategy and educational programmes.

About the Author
Robert A. Divine is a Professor of History at the University of Texas, Austin, and is the author of Eisenhower and the Cold War and Blowing on the Wind.

Reviews
'Robert Divine provides a fascinating look at the early space race, and in particular at Eisenhower's handling of the Sputnik calamity. He vividly recreates the national hysteria over the first two Sputnik launches.' John de la Mothe, University of Ottawa, Nature, Vol 366, 1993
'it would be unfortunate if this fascinating study of an important aspect of his presidency passed unnoticed ... Carefully researched, highly readable ... this is a valuable addition to our growing appreciation of the Eisenhower presidency.' Giles Alston, University of Essex, International Affairs, Vol. 70, No. 1, January 1994
'While one can be forgiven for sighing slightly at yet another book on Ike, it would be unfortunate if this fascinating study of an important aspect of his presidency passed unnoticed. Carefull researched, high readable ... a valuable addition to our growing appreciation of the Eisenhower presidency.' Giles Alston, University of Essex, International Affairs, (70:1), January 1994
Divine provides a balanced analysis of Eisenhower's response to Sputnik...lucid and detailed study... * Intelligence and National Security Vol 9 no 4 *



Book Information
ISBN 9780195050080
Author Robert A. Divine
Format Hardback
Page Count 272
Imprint Oxford University Press Inc
Publisher Oxford University Press Inc
Weight(grams) 544g
Dimensions(mm) 239mm * 165mm * 23mm