<p><strong>'succinct and clear...'</strong> -- <em>Library Journal</em></p><p><strong>'This volume contains newly researched photographs and two newly commissioned maps... Entries offer synopses and in-depth reading... Numerous line maps, b&w photos, a categorized bibliography, and appended information on Soviet premiers and general secretaries during this major period in world history.'</strong> -- <em>Reference & Research Book</em> <em>News</em><br /><br /><strong>'This entire work should be seen as a useful tool for the historian checking a fact or a student looking to start a research project. This work is highly recommended for all types and levels of libraries.'</strong> -- <em>American Reference</em> <em>Books Annual</em></p><p><strong>'A detailed examination of the long standoff between the United States and the Soviet Union. For the student researching the Cold War, this volume is definitely a convenient tool.'</strong> --<em>Lawrence Looks at Books, Gale Reference Reviews</em></p><p><strong>'This solid reference work will appeal to scholars, historians, librarians, students, and other. It belongs in all types of libraries, not only those having special sections on Slavic and Eastern European studies. Recommended.'</strong> --<em>Choice</em></p><p><strong>'This book will certainly help to enlighten readers, both in public and academic libraries, who wish to inform themselves about these important events of twentieth century history' </strong><em>-- Reference Reviews</em></p>

<p>'<strong>Succinct and clear.'</strong>– <em>Library Journal</em><br /><br /><strong>'This entire work should be seen as a useful tool for the historian checking a fact or a student looking to start a research project. This work is highly recommended for all types and levels of libraries.'</strong> – <em>American Reference</em> <em>Books Annual</em></p><p><strong>'This solid reference work will appeal to scholars, historians, librarians, students, and other. It belongs in all types of libraries, not only those having special sections on Slavic and Eastern European studies.</strong> <strong>Recommended.'</strong> – <em>CHOICE</em></p>