One Minute to Midnight: Kennedy, Khrushchev, and Castro on the Brink of Nuclear War (Vintage, 1)
One Minute to Midnight recounts the harrowing days of the Cuban Missile Crisis, where U.S. President Kennedy, Soviet Premier Khrushchev, and Cuban leader Castro navigated the precipice of nuclear war. The narrative unfolds the diplomatic maneuvers and close calls that ultimately preserved peace during this defining Cold War episode.
About This Book
One Minute to Midnight delves into the critical events of the Cuban Missile Crisis, focusing on the interactions between key leaders Kennedy, Khrushchev, and Castro.
The book examines the brink of nuclear war, highlighting the decisions and communications that shaped this pivotal historical moment.
Through detailed narrative, it captures the intensity of the Cold War era and the fragile balance that prevented escalation.
This Vintage edition provides an accessible look at one of the most dangerous confrontations in modern history.
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