A Hard and Bitter Peace: A Global History of the Cold War

by Edward H. Judge, John W. Langdon co-author, The Struggle Against Imperialism: Anti-Colonialism and the Cold

Overview

This comprehensive text provides a balanced survey of the Cold War in a genuinely global framework. Presenting not only Soviet and Western perspectives, but also the outlooks of peoples and leaders throughout Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America, Edward H. Judge and John W. Langdon offer in-depth treatment of imperialism, anti-imperialism, decolonization, national liberation struggles, and their Cold War connections. The authors explore the background and context for all major developments during the era, as well as capsule biographies and character analyses of key figures. Tracing the Cold War from its roots in East–West tensions before and during World War II through its origins in the immediate postwar era, the book concludes with the Cold War’s legacy, which continues today. Written in a clear and lively style, this compelling text will bring the era to life for readers who didn’t experience its dramas and crises directly.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781538106525
Publisher:	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc.
Publication date:	08/31/2017
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	412
Sales rank:	767,645
File size:	6 MB
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Edward H. Judge is professor of history and John W. Langdon is professor emeritus of history at Le Moyne College. Their books include Connections: A World History and The Cold War through Documents: A Global History.

Table of Contents

Part I: Origins of the Cold War
Chapter 1: The Seeds of Conflict
Chapter 2: Adversaries and Allies, 1939–1945
Chapter 3: The Formation of the Communist Bloc, 1944–1948
Chapter 4: The Cold War Begins, 1945–1948
Chapter 5: The Battle for Germany, 1948–1952
Chapter 6: The Cold War’s Origins in Asia, 1945-1954
Part II: The Global Confrontation
Chapter 7: The Conflict over Korea, 1950–1953
Chapter 8: New Leaders and New Realities, 1953–1959
Chapter 9: The Cold War in the Middle East and South Asia, 1953-1960
Chapter 10: The Cold War Comes to Africa, 1957-1964
Chapter 11: Crisis and Coexistence, 1960–1964
Chapter 12: Southeast Asia and the Cold War, 1954–1973
Chapter 13: China, SALT, and the Superpowers, 1967–1972
Part III: The Search for a Solution
Chapter 14: The Heyday of Détente, 1972–1975
Chapter 15: The Decline of Détente, 1975–1979
Chapter 16: The Return of the Cold War, 1980–1985
Chapter 17: The Thaw in the Cold War, 1985–1988
Chapter 18: The End of the Cold War, 1988–1991
Chapter 19: Lessons and Legacies of the Cold War

Editorial Reviews

For students who have no memories of the Cold War, there is no better introduction than A Hard and Bitter Peace. Judge and Langdon present clear accounts of every significant Cold War episode, responsible treatments of contentious issues, and understandable explanations of competing points of view. Theirs should be the essential text for any undergraduate course on the Cold War.

William G. Frasure

Judge and Langdon have written a solid, well-researched text that is both accessible to undergraduates and balanced with rich detail. With excellent use of contemporary Cold War scholarship and primary sources, the authors weave together a complex, interesting narrative that brings a genuinely global perspective to the Cold War.

Teresa Fava Thomas

The third edition of A Hard and Bitter Peace is a lucid, well-organized introduction to the international context of the historic rivalry between Washington and Moscow from 1947 to 1991. It is a timely contribution in an era that many observers are calling ‘The New Cold War.’

William Keylor

Judge and Langdon's book is outstanding. Written from traditional and global perspectives, it offers a comprehensive survey of the Cold War. Exceptionally well written, it is easily accessible by a non-specialist audience. This volume is the textbook for the newest generation of students. Most highly recommended!

Mark Kulikowski

For students who have no memories of the Cold War, there is no better introduction than A Hard and Bitter Peace. Judge and Langdon present clear accounts of every significant Cold War episode, responsible treatments of contentious issues, and understandable explanations of competing points of view. Theirs should be the essential text for any undergraduate course on the Cold War.--William G. Frasure, Connecticut College

Judge and Langdon have written a solid, well-researched text that is both accessible to undergraduates and balanced with rich detail. With excellent use of contemporary Cold War scholarship and primary sources, the authors weave together a complex, interesting narrative that brings a genuinely global perspective to the Cold War.--Teresa Fava Thomas, Fitchburg State University

Judge and Langdon's book is outstanding. Written from traditional and global perspectives, it offers a comprehensive survey of the Cold War. Exceptionally well written, it is easily accessible by a non-specialist audience. This volume is the textbook for the newest generation of students. Most highly recommended!--Mark Kulikowski, SUNY Oswego

The third edition of A Hard and Bitter Peace is a lucid, well-organized introduction to the international context of the historic rivalry between Washington and Moscow from 1947 to 1991. It is a timely contribution in an era that many observers are calling 'The New Cold War.'--William Keylor, Boston University

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