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Mason provides concise coverage of the entire Cold War, paying particular attention to the Soviet-American dimension. This pamphlet:<br>* Analyzes the origins of the conflict<br>* Examines how the existence of nuclear weapons gives a unique character to the period<br>* Discusses the involvement of other nations and regions, particularly China<br>* Explains how and why the cold war ended<br>* Draws on recent research of revisionist scholars.