Philip Zelikow Knihy

"A deeply researched international history of how a divided world ended and our present one was fashioned, as the world drifts toward another great time of choosing." --Back cover.

During the Cuban missile crisis the United States twice came to the brink of attacking Soviet military units, which were equipped for nuclear retaliation. This book presents the transcripts of tape recordings of the situation secretly made by President Kennedy.

During a pivotal few months in the middle of the First World War all sides- Germany, Britain, and America-believed the war could be concluded. Peace at the end of 1916 would have saved millions of lives and changed the course of history utterly.

This work provides an analysis of the moves and manoeuvres that brought an end to the Cold War division of Europe. Coverage includes discussion of the opening of the Berlin Wall and a study of the relationship between West German Chancellor Helmut Kohl and reform Communist leader, Hans Modrow.

Set in the summer of 1956, the narrative explores the pivotal moment when Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser nationalized the Suez Canal, igniting a crisis that captivated global attention. The ensuing conflict and diplomatic efforts not only threatened a potential world war but also significantly impacted the Middle East, altering international alliances and reshaping historical trajectories. This account delves into the complexities of geopolitical tensions during a critical period.