Morgan, Michael Cotey
The Final Act: The Helsinki Accords and the Transformation of the Cold War (America in the World)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691176062
- author:
- Morgan, Michael Cotey
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 424
- Dimensions:
- 23.5 x 15.5 centimetres (0.70 kg
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Politics, International Relations
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Final Act: The Helsinki Accords and the Transformation of the Cold War The Helsinki Final Act was a pivotal moment in the Cold War, marking a shift towards cooperation and peace between European and North American leaders. In 1975, thirty-five world leaders gathered in Finland to sign a historic agreement that would serve as a blueprint for ending the conflict. Drawing on extensive research in eight countries and multiple languages, this book provides a gripping account of the negotiations and their significance. The Helsinki Final Act was a product of the parallel crises of the Soviet bloc and the West in the 1960s, with the agreement ultimately reflecting liberal democratic ideals rather than communist ones. The treaty rejected the Brezhnev Doctrine, endorsed human rights, and promoted greater transparency and freedom of movement. Its legacy can be seen in the establishment of a new international order based on the principles enshrined in the agreement. This book offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the origins and impact of the Helsinki Final Act, shedding light on its enduring principles and their role in shaping the post-Cold War world.
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