In The Name Of Peace

In The Name Of Peace

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Archie Johnstone
Binding: Hardback
Published: Foreign Languages Pub. House, 1952

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Cover has general wear, previous owner marks inside, light yellowing to page edges

This historical account chronicles the life and work of Archie Johnstone, a British journalist and peace activist who became a prominent figure in the Cold War era. The narrative details Johnstone's disillusionment with Western foreign policy and his eventual defection to the Soviet Union, offering a unique perspective on the ideological conflicts of the 20th century. It presents a compelling examination of personal conviction against a backdrop of global political tension, illustrating the complexities of loyalty and dissent during a period of intense international division. This biography provides valuable insights into the motivations of those who challenged the prevailing narratives of their time.

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Description

Author: Archie Johnstone
Binding: Hardback
Published: Foreign Languages Pub. House, 1952

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Cover has general wear, previous owner marks inside, light yellowing to page edges

This historical account chronicles the life and work of Archie Johnstone, a British journalist and peace activist who became a prominent figure in the Cold War era. The narrative details Johnstone's disillusionment with Western foreign policy and his eventual defection to the Soviet Union, offering a unique perspective on the ideological conflicts of the 20th century. It presents a compelling examination of personal conviction against a backdrop of global political tension, illustrating the complexities of loyalty and dissent during a period of intense international division. This biography provides valuable insights into the motivations of those who challenged the prevailing narratives of their time.