Stalin and the Cold War in Europe

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Focusing on Soviet policy-making, this book offers a fresh perspective on the Cold War's origins and evolution during Stalin's era, utilizing newly available Soviet primary sources. It emphasizes the often-overlooked societal aspects of Soviet foreign policy, highlighting their significance in the Cold War's development. Gerhard Wettig reveals Stalin's strategic approach to provoking crises with the West while skillfully sidestepping military confrontation, providing readers with valuable insights into this complex historical period.