Technological Innovation, Globalization and the Cold War: A Transnational History

This volume explores the links between the Cold War, technological innovation, and globalization, focusing on the period following World War II. It emphasizes technology and its cross-bloc flows, and highlights the role of states, private companies, and individuals in fostering globalization processes. The book is of interest to students of Cold War Studies, science and technology studies, and International Relations.

Format: Hardback
Length: 250 pages
Publication date: 24 November 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The intricate relationship between the Cold War, technological innovation, and globalization is explored in this comprehensive volume. While globalization has garnered significant attention in academia and public discourse, the factors that propelled its various waves have received limited scrutiny. This is particularly true in the post-World War II era, when a fierce rivalry between the two global superpowers led to not only technological advancements but also their swift transfer. This volume is dedicated to examining the profound connections between the Cold War and this pivotal phase in the history of globalization. It sheds light on how the complex and multifaceted East-West interactions shaped and fostered the processes of globalization, despite the prevailing international tensions.

By focusing on technology and its cross-border flows, as well as the involvement of diverse actors such as states, private companies, and individuals, this volume represents a significant shift towards transnationalism in the field of history. It offers valuable insights into how these historical forces interacted and influenced one another, shaping the global landscape we observe today.

This book will appeal to students of Cold War Studies, science and technology studies, and International Relations, as it provides a comprehensive and multidisciplinary perspective on these critical topics. It offers a wealth of information and analysis that will deepen their understanding of the complex interplay between the Cold War, technological innovation, and globalization, and its profound impact on world history.

Weight: 660g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032308678