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A Better World examines the ideological conflicts that divided American leftists and liberals over Soviet relations between 1939 and the 1950s, a pivotal era when political commitments reshaped friendships and created unexpected alliances. This Routledge history traces how non-Communist intellectuals navigated the complexities of supporting or opposing the Soviet Union during the Cold War's formative years, revealing why these historical debates continue to provoke intense emotions and remain relevant to contemporary political discourse. The book captures the personal and ideological stakes of this period, exploring how ordinary political disagreements became sources of lasting resentment, and demonstrates that understanding these conflicts is essential for grasping modern American political identity and international relations.

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A Better World traces non-Communist leftist and liberal perspectives on Soviet-American relations from 1939 through the 1950s.

This Routledge publication explores how political ideology transformed personal relationships and created unexpected alliances among American intellectuals.

The book examines why Cold War-era debates over Stalinism continue to carry emotional weight and shape contemporary political understanding.

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30 April 2018
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