Khrushchev – A Career [Hardcover] Edward Crankshaw

Description

1969 Viking Press edition. Hardcover has some normal shelf wear. Dustjacket has some edge wear. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This well-preserved copy of Edward Crankshaw’s “Khrushchev – A Career” offers a captivating glimpse into the life and times of one of the most influential figures of the 20th century. Published in 1969, just a few years after Khrushchev’s dramatic fall from power, this biography provides an invaluable contemporary perspective on the Soviet leader’s tumultuous rise and his pivotal role in the Cold War era. Crankshaw, a renowned historian and expert on Soviet affairs, draws upon his deep knowledge and access to primary sources to craft a nuanced portrait of Khrushchev’s complex personality and his impact on the global stage. From his humble beginnings as a Ukrainian miner to his bold leadership during the Cuban Missile Crisis, this book offers a comprehensive exploration of Khrushchev’s life and legacy. For collectors and students of history alike, this edition represents an opportunity to delve into a pivotal moment in world history through the lens of a respected scholar and eyewitness to the events that shaped the latter half of the 20th century.