Perceptions and Behavior in Soviet Foreign Policy: 233 (Pitt Russian East European)

Herrmann Richard K.

ISBN 10: 0822985640 / ISBN 13: 9780822985648

Published by University of Pittsburgh Press, 1985

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pp. 288.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Perceptions and Behavior in Soviet Foreign Policy: 233 (Pitt Russian East European)
• Publisher: University of Pittsburgh Press
• Publication Date: 1985
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0822985640
• ISBN 13: 9780822985648
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

This book discerns Soviet leaders' views of the United States and sees them in relation to foreign policy statements and actions. Hermann first examines the subtle problem of analyzing perceptions and interpreting motives from the words and deeds of national leaders. He then turns to cases, measuring the dominant U.S. hypotheses about the USSR against Soviet behavior in Central Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, as well as Soviet participation in the arms race. Finally, he weighs his conclusions against a thematic study of speeches and publications by members of the Politburo.

About the Author

Richard K. Herrmann is professor of political science and director of the Mershon Center at Ohio State University.