Competing with the Soviets

Science, Technology, and the State in Cold War America

Autor*innen

• Audra J Wolfe

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• 178 Seiten
• 7 Lesestunden

• Geografie
• Geschichte
• Karten & Reisen
• Politikwissenschaft
• Sachliteratur

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The book explores the pivotal role of science and technology in the Cold War, highlighting how these fields were instrumental in maintaining state power amid the rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union. It examines key developments, from the atomic bomb to the Human Genome Project, illustrating how scientific advancements influenced global perceptions of societal ideals. This concise introduction provides insights into the intersection of science and politics during a crucial period of history.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2012
• Einband: Paperback