Books Tell You Why, Inc.

A mildly aged first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition housed in a like dust-jacket that is worn from life on a shelf.

Richard North Patterson’s Balance of Power tells the story of the Cold War from the perspective of the United States. It covers the history of the Cold War and its major players, from the Truman administration to the present day. Patterson provides a comprehensive overview of the major events that shaped the course of the Cold War, from the Korean War to the Cuban Missile Crisis. He also discusses the impact of the Cold War on American society and the economy.; 8vo; 611 pages.