Superpowers
Paul Dukes
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Superpowers
by Paul Dukes
Published
2000
Publisher
Routledge
Pages
197
ISBN-10
0415230411
Description
The Superpowers traces the development of the USA and Russia (later USSR) from 1898 through to 2000, placing the Cold War, from inception to ending, into the wider wider social, economic and political context. This is the first history of the two major participants and their relationship throughout the twentieth century. The Superpowers explores the intertwining history two powers chronologically and includes discussion of: * the inheritance of the two great powers and their imperial background * World War One and the Russian Revolution * Capitalism and Socialism * World War Two and its impact * the conflicts in Berlin, Czechoslovakia, Vietnam and Afghanistan * Perestroika and the end of the USSR * the significance of the events of 1991 and their legacy.
Subjects
The Story of Philosophy
The Enduring Vision
La conquête du pain
A Study of History
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire Complete and Unabridged
The Riddle of the Sands
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Superpowers?
This edition of Superpowers has approximately 197 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Superpowers?
For most readers, Superpowers typically takes between 4h 6m and 2h 44m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 49,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 17m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 49,250 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Superpowers?
The estimated word count for Superpowers is approximately 49,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Superpowers?
Superpowers was written by Paul Dukes.
When was Superpowers published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2000. The original work may have been published on a different date.