Duel at the Brink, Meaning of Democracy, Centra Intelligence & National Security

Description: Duel at the Brinkanalyzes U.S. Secretary of State John Foster Dulles' foreign policy during the 1950s, focusing on his use of brinkmanship—pushing conflicts to the edge of war to secure diplomatic victories. The book covers Dulles' handling of Cold War crises, such as the Korean War and the Suez Crisis, highlighting how his strategies shaped American foreign relations and contained Soviet influence, despite the risks involved. The Meaning of Democracy exploration of democratic ideals, particularly through the lens of the American experience. Padover aims to evaluate democracy's relevance in contemporary society, though he notes the work isn't a comprehensive theory or history. The book features a collection of quotations woven into his analysis, touching on both theoretical and historical perspectives but lacking depth in evaluation. The text serves as a thought-provoking appraisal of democratic values and practices Central Intelligence and National Security examines the role of intelligence in American national security policy. The book discusses the history and evolution of U.S. intelligence agencies, particularly the CIA, analyzing their functions, structures, and the challenges they face. Ransom highlights the importance of intelligence in decision-making and policy planning, while addressing issues like congressional oversight and the balance between secrecy and transparency in governance.

Price: 60 USD

Location: Long Island City, New York

End Time: 2025-01-18T02:24:40.000Z

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