{"product_id":"cold-war-a-new-oral-history","title":"Cold War: A New Oral History","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe Cold War was a global conflict that lasted for almost half a century, shaping political relations and creating new boundaries between East and West. This book explores the conflict through the eyes of those who experienced it, offering exclusive interviews and in-depth analysis to understand how it was experienced by ordinary people. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 688 pages\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 05 April 2018\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ebury Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Cold War, a profound and enduring conflict that transcended geographical boundaries and spanned nearly half a century, left an indelible mark on modern history. Its far-reaching consequences shaped political relations and created new physical and ideological boundaries between the East and the West. In this comprehensive and meticulously researched account, Bridget Kendall delves into the heart of the Cold War, offering a unique perspective through exclusive interviews with individuals who lived through its pivotal events.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book provides a comprehensive analysis of the historical and political context that fueled the Cold War, shedding light on the events and ideologies that shaped its course. From the Berlin Blockade to the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Korean War, and the Red Scare, The Cold War encompasses the full geographical and historical scope of the conflict.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough the voices of ordinary people, the book offers a poignant and personal glimpse into the lives affected by the Cold War. Pilots who flew food drops during the Berlin Blockade, Japanese fishermen impacted by H-bomb testing, families fleeing the Korean War, and children whose parents were victims of McCarthy's Red Scare all share their experiences, providing a diverse range of perspectives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Cold War is a crucial text for anyone seeking to understand the profound impact of the last century's tensions on the modern world. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made and the resilience displayed by individuals who lived through this turbulent period. By exploring the experiences of ordinary people, The Cold War offers a deeper understanding of the complexities and consequences of a conflict that still shapes our world today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 484g\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 198 x 127 x 36 (mm)\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781785942600\n                            \n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bridget Kendall","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44100883120378,"sku":"9781785942600","price":13.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/010a3f85a5f03661ea4f6a38d7650503.jpg?v=1629600348","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/cold-war-a-new-oral-history","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}