This work examines the military, economic, diplomatic, and political evolution of the conflict as well as its impact on the different regions and cultures of the world. 'This volume will be useful to libraries at all levels.'- T.M. Izbicki, Johns Hopkins University, USA 'The Encyclopedia of the Cold War: A Political, Social, and Military History (ABC-CLIO, 2007), the first reference source to take advantage of newly declassified material, has many more entries along with 350 illustrations and 171 documents, which may make it more appealing to public library patrons and undergraduate students.' - Terri Tomchyshyn, Booklist 'Encyclopedia of the Cold War is a well-researched and documented work that is recommended for large public and academic libraries.' - Terri Tomchyshyn, Booklist 'The content is impressive.' - Terri Tomchyshyn, Booklist