The Soviet Union in the Horn of Africa: The Diplomacy of Intervention and Disengagement
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Action & Adventure
History
格式
平装书
页数
432
语言
英语
已发布
Mar 12, 2009
出版商
Cambridge University Press
版本
1
ISBN-10
0521102510
ISBN-13
9780521102513
描述
In the complex landscape of Cold War politics, Robert G. Patman delves into the intricacies of Soviet involvement in the Horn of Africa, offering an insightful examination of the diplomatic maneuvers that characterized this tumultuous period. The narrative unfolds the paradoxes that defined Soviet strategies, illustrating how the superpower sought to exert its influence while ultimately grappling with the realities of intervention and disengagement. Patman meticulously analyzes the motivations behind Soviet diplomacy, shedding light on the geopolitical considerations that propelled their actions in a region often marked by instability and conflict.
Through a detailed exploration of key events and decisions, readers are invited to understand the dynamics that shaped Soviet relations with various nations in the Horn of Africa. Patman's work provides a foundational context for grasping not only the Soviet Union’s approach to foreign policy during a pivotal era but also the broader implications of their engagements in developing nations. This comprehensive study serves as a significant contribution to the understanding of Soviet history and its lasting impact on global politics.
Through a detailed exploration of key events and decisions, readers are invited to understand the dynamics that shaped Soviet relations with various nations in the Horn of Africa. Patman's work provides a foundational context for grasping not only the Soviet Union’s approach to foreign policy during a pivotal era but also the broader implications of their engagements in developing nations. This comprehensive study serves as a significant contribution to the understanding of Soviet history and its lasting impact on global politics.
