Review of Tuong Vu and Wasana Wongsurawat, eds. "Dynamics of the Cold War in Asia" (original) (raw)

This review, authored by Christopher E. Goscha, discusses the edited volume "Dynamics of the Cold War in Asia", compiled by Tuong Vu and Wasana Wongsurawat. It emphasizes the cultural dimensions of the Cold War, highlighting how recent scholarship has expanded beyond Western perspectives to include critical Asian contexts. The review points out the influence of cultural studies and postcolonial theories in reshaping understanding of international relations during the Cold War, while also acknowledging significant contributions that have positioned Asia as a focal point in this discourse.