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At the Highest Levels

At the Highest Levels

The Inside Story of the End of the Cold War
HistoryPolitics & Society
Pages
536
Published
1993
Language
English

Synopsis

This book uncovers the hidden diplomatic exchanges between George Bush and Mikhail Gorbachev during the end of the Cold War. It reveals secret agreements, manipulations for German unification, and Bush's efforts to prevent the Soviet Union's collapse. Based on unprecedented access to classified documents, the authors provide an intimate look at the two leaders navigating domestic foes and suspicious allies.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

InformativeIntellectualComplex

Genres

History Politics & Society Political Thriller

Authors

M
Michael R. Beschloss

Michael Richard Beschloss is an American historian. A specialist in the United States presidency, he is the author of more than nine books. - Wikipedia

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Strobe Talbott

Strobe Talbott writes about international relations and global policy. His bibliography includes titles such as The Age of Terror, At the Highest Levels, and The Great Experiment.

Frequently asked questions

  • What primary sources did the authors use for this book?

    The authors gained unprecedented access to classified documents from both American and Soviet archives, including verbatim transcripts of conversations between George H.W. Bush and Mikhail Gorbachev. This access allowed them to reconstruct the diplomatic exchanges with significant detail.

  • How does this book compare to other accounts of the end of the Cold War?

    This book is notable for its focus on the direct, personal interactions and negotiations between Bush and Gorbachev, offering an intimate, behind-the-scenes perspective often missing from broader historical narratives. It emphasizes the human element and the leaders' individual strategies in shaping the era's events.