Not One Inch tells the story of how the United States and Russia failed to resolve their differences after the Cold War, leading to a dangerous post-Cold War stalemate. It is based on extensive research in both Russian and American archives, as well as interviews with key decisionmakers on both sides.
For who is this book for ?
This book is for those who are interested in politics and social sciences. It provides a detailed account of how the United States and Russia failed to resolve their differences after the Cold War, leading to a dangerous post-Cold War stalemate.
Pros :
- This book is based on extensive research in Russian and American archives, providing readers with a well-informed analysis of the topic.
- It offers insights from both Russian and American decisionmakers, giving a more balanced view of the events covered.
- It provides an overview of the post-Cold War stalemate between the United States and Russia, helping readers to understand this complex issue.
Cons :
- The author has a very biased perspective and it is difficult to read through the entire book without feeling outraged at Russia.
- The research conducted is not thorough enough, as there are many areas that could be elaborated on further.
- There are no solutions proposed in the book, making it somewhat frustrating to read.
Learn more about the author
M.E. Sarotte is a Professor of History at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and the author of several books, including 1989: The Struggle to Create Post-Cold War Europe.
Reader Reviews
“An excellent, well-researched book about the origins of the post-Cold War era. Recommended for anyone interested in Russian and American foreign policy.”
“I really enjoyed this book. It was dense, but very well written and informative. I learned a lot about the post-Cold War era that I didn’t know before.”
“A must-read for anyone interested in the post-Cold War era. Sarotte brings immense insight to bear on one of the most important and underappreciated stories of our time.”
“This is an immensely important and timely book. Sarotte provides a detailed account of how the United States and Russia failed to resolve their differences after the Cold War, leading to a dangerous post-Cold War stalemate. Her analysis is based on extensive research in both Russian and American archives, as well as interviews with key decisionmakers on both sides.”
