The new East-West conflict; which broke out over the Ukrainian crisis in 2014; but which long predated it and soon spread through Europe and to the Middle East; is potentially the worst US-Russian confrontation in more than fifty years― and the most fateful. A negotiated resolution is possible; but time may be running out. In this book; renowned Russia scholar and media commentator Stephen F. Cohen traces the history of this East-West relationship in the 'Inter Cold War' period― the years from the purported end of the preceding Cold War; in 1990-1991; to what he has long argued would be a new and even more dangerous Cold War. Cohen's historical and contemporary analysis is insightful; thought-provoking and essential reading for anyone seeking to understand relations between the West and post-Soviet Russia.
#722380 in Books Hone Thomas C 2016-05-15Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.90 x 1.00 x 6.00l; .0 #File Name: 168247030X384 pagesThe Battle of Midway The Naval Institute Guide to the U S Navy s Greatest Victory
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful. America's Greatest Naval VictoryBy Jeffrey T. MunsonIn the spring of 1942; the Japanese Navy; flushed with "victory disease"; was seeking a decisive fleet engagement with the hopes of destroying the remaining elements of the U.S. Pacific Fleet. After the daring Doolittle Raid; Admiral Yamamoto accelerated his planning for the invasion of Midway.Yamamoto's plan was complex. A diversionary raid on the Aleutians was meant to draw the Americans northward; away from Midway. However; the Americans; having broken the Japanese codes; knew that the real target was Midway. At the end of May; 1942; the American carriers Hornet and Enterprise sailed to a point 350 miles northeast of Midway. They were followed by the hastily repaired Yorktown a few days later. The Americans hoped to ambush the Japanese and deal a fatal blow to their fleet. This is exactly what happened; for on June 4; 1942; American dive-bombers smashed the four heavy Japanese carriers in what was the turning point in the Pacific War. Despite losing the Yorktown; the Americans seized the offensive and never gave it back.This book is a collection of essays; chapters; and articles written about the Battle of Midway. All aspects of the battle are covered; from Stanhope Ring's infamous "flight to nowhere" to pilot Wade McClusky's decision to follow the Japanese destroyer Arashi.I thought editor Thomas C. Hone did a good job of selecting items for this book. He relies heavily on the book "Black Shoe Admiral"; a work about Admiral Frank J. Fletcher along with Mitsuo Fuchida's "Midway: The Battle That Doomed Japan". I especially enjoyed chapter 29; "Lost Letter of Midway"; which deals with Stanhope Ring's infamous "flight to nowhere".I enjoyed reading this account of the Battle of Midway. A word of caution: this book is a collection of other works; it is not a stand-alone book in its own right. If you are looking for a thorough covering of the battle; I would recommend something else; such as Jonathan Parshall's fine "Shattered Sword" or Craig Symond's "The Battle of Midway". This book is good because it contains several short chapters dealing with specific aspects of the battle. This is a good book for a general overview of the Battle of Midway. Recommended.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I liked the varied entries and articles provided by the editorBy MarkNVery insightful read. I liked the varied entries and articles provided by the editor. I have a good working knowledge of the battle but still found lots of interesting details in this collection.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Very good overview of Midway BattleBy GORDONTJAXThis book takes information from various books ;articles and symposium on the Battle. It weaves the information into a coherent tale and gives many varied voices. It exposed me to other books I was not familiar with and gave good accounts of the different commanders American and from Japan. Well worth the reading.
