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The United States and the Origins of the Cold War, 19411947 (Columbia Studies in Contemporary American History),Used
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John Lewis Gaddis' acclaimed history of U.S. policy toward the Soviet Union during and immediately after World War II is now available with a new preface by the author. This book moves beyond the focus on economic considerations that was central to the work of New Left historians, examining the many other forcesdomestic politics, bureaucratic inertia, quirks of personality, and perceptions of Soviet intentionsthat influenced key decision makers in Washington, and in doing so seeks to analyze these determinants of policy in terms of their full diversity and relative significance.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The United States and the Origins of the Cold War, 1941–1947'? A: The book explores U.S. policy toward the Soviet Union during and just after World War II, analyzing various influences such as domestic politics, bureaucratic inertia, and perceptions of Soviet intentions.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is John Lewis Gaddis, a noted historian and scholar in the field of Cold War studies.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the revised edition of the book, which includes a new preface by the author.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 432 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: Yes, the book is in new condition.
- Q: When was 'The United States and the Origins of the Cold War' published? A: The book was published on October 15, 2000.
- Q: What themes are examined in this book? A: The book examines themes such as economic factors, domestic politics, and individual decision-makers' perceptions that influenced U.S. foreign policy.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, it is widely regarded as an important resource for understanding Cold War origins and is often used in academic settings.
- Q: Does the book provide a balanced view of U.S. policy? A: Yes, Gaddis aims to provide a diverse analysis of the factors shaping U.S. policy, beyond just economic considerations.