Cold War

[close] ...April 02, 2012 to May 02, 2012...

[close] Welcome to Cold War Chronicles, a Goodreads group dedicated to exploring the multifaceted world of the Cold War era (1947-1991). From the espionage exploits of spies like Kim Philby and James Bond's literary adventures to the military history of conflicts like Vietnam and the Cuban Missile Crisis, we're here to delve into all aspects of this tense period. What to Expect: - Thematic Reading Lists: Curated monthly lists based on themes like "Espionage Classics," "Counter-Insurgency Conflicts," and "Nuclear Brinkmanship." - Group Reads & Discussions: Scheduled group reads of key Cold War works followed by lively discussions. - Spotlight Author of the Month: A monthly highlight on influential authors of Cold War literature, such as John le Carré, Tom Clancy, and Frederick Forsyth. - Sub-Groups & Topics: -- Espionage Files: Discuss spy novels, real-life espionage tales, and covert operations. -- Military Conflict & History: Analyze the military strategies, battles, and the influence of the Cold War on various global conflicts. -- Propaganda & Media: Explore the impact of Cold War propaganda, from film and literature to news media. -- Nuclear Standoff: Discuss books and historical analyses centered around nuclear deterrence and arms races. -- Cold War Movies & Documentaries: Share and discuss notable films, documentaries, and TV shows.

[close] Cold War history, from Harry Truman and Robert Oppenheimer to Ronald Reagan the fall of the Berlin Wall. Soldiers, spies, industrialists, academics, politicians, artists, authors, scientists and others who contributed to saga.

[close] This group is dedicated to the literature of the Cold War and the world of intelligence. We discuss espionage fiction and non-fiction, classic and contemporary, including John le Carré, Len Deighton, Helen MacInnes, Paul Vidich, Alan Furst and modern Cold War revival writers. The group is hosted by David Bickford, former senior intelligence official and author of Cold Protocol and the Katya series. Expect thoughtful discussion, reading recommendations, occasional insider context, and respectful debate. This is not a spoiler-free zone, but major plot points will be flagged. Cold War veterans, historians, writers and serious readers are especially welcome.