This volume provides a detailed chronological record of political, social, and economic developments in the Soviet Union during the pivotal year of 1989. Compiled from a wide range of official documents, news reports, and archival materials, the book traces major reforms, internal conflicts, institutional changes, and public movements that accelerated the disintegration of the Soviet system. It…
“The Tunnels of Cu Chi” provides a compelling and detailed account of the underground tunnel networks used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. Through interviews, historical research, and firsthand exploration, Tom Mangold and John Penycate reveal how the tunnels served as a strategic defense system, living quarters, communication routes, and battle positions. The book illustrates the …
The Soviet Union in the 1980s is a scholarly volume featuring articles presented in the Proceedings of the Academy of Political Science. This issue analyzes the political, economic, and social dynamics of the USSR during a transformative decade marked by stagnation, leadership transitions, and the early stages of reform. Contributors examine Soviet domestic and foreign policy, ideological devel…
“Basic Documents in American History” is a curated collection of foundational texts that shaped the political, social, and legal development of the United States. Compiled by historian Richard B. Morris, the book presents key documents—from colonial charters and revolutionary writings to early national policies—that illustrate the evolution of American governance and democratic ideals. …
The Soviet Achievement by J. P. Nettl is an illustrated historical and analytical survey of the development of the Soviet Union, highlighting its political, social, economic, and cultural evolution. Through 144 illustrations, including 19 in color, the book presents an accessible yet scholarly exploration of the USSR's rise, ideological foundations, institutional structures, and international i…
White House Diary presents President Jimmy Carter’s detailed, day-to-day reflections during his years in the White House from 1977 to 1981. Drawn from his personal diary entries, the book provides an intimate look at major political decisions, diplomatic challenges, and domestic issues faced during his presidency. Carter offers insights into global events, key policy debates, and his interact…
A Modern History of Soviet Georgia by David Marshall Lang provides a comprehensive examination of Georgia’s political, social, and cultural development under Soviet rule. Drawing upon historical records, archival materials, and scholarly analysis, Lang traces the transformation of Georgia from its incorporation into the Soviet Union to its emergence as a distinct republic within the Soviet sy…
Undaunted Courage is a comprehensive biography and historical narrative that follows Meriwether Lewis, Thomas Jefferson’s trusted secretary, and his role in leading the Lewis and Clark Expedition across the uncharted American West from 1804 to 1806. Stephen E. Ambrose explores Lewis’s personal life, his relationship with Jefferson, the expedition’s challenges, interactions with Native Ame…
A former lieutenant who fought in Vietnam describes his emotional journey to reconciliation with his former enemies while participating in a humanitarian aid program in Vietnam.
First published in 1945 and reissued as part of the New York Review Books Classics series, this work by George R. Stewart offers a comprehensive and engaging history of how places across the United States received their names. Blending linguistic analysis, folklore, and cultural history, the book explores Indigenous, colonial, regional, and modern naming traditions. Stewart traces the influence…