Not Just Another Cold War by Bård Nikolas Vik Steen (Audiobook)(Nonfiction)

Not Just Another Cold War by Bård Nikolas Vik Steen (Audiobook)(Nonfiction)

Author: Bård Nikolas Vik Steen; Narrator: Basil Sands

Full Title: Not Just Another Cold War: The Global Implications of the US-China Rivalry

Release Year: 2026

Length: 14h 48m

Genres: Nonfiction, International Relations, Geopolitics, Security, Politics & Government
This book offers a critical examination of the emerging superpower rivalry between the United States and China, drawing parallels and distinctions with the historical Cold War era. It provides nuanced insights into the characteristics and potential trajectory of this defining twenty-first-century conflict. Featuring contributions from influential international relations scholars such as Stephen Walt and M. Taylor Fravel, the volume delves into various crucial aspects of the US-China relationship. Key areas of analysis include the economic and military balance, the impact of technological competition, and geopolitical consequences. The book also explores the dynamics of relations between China and Russia, the future of NATO, and the looming risk of conflict over Taiwan. Through this comprehensive analysis, the authors meticulously highlight both the similarities and, more importantly, the vital differences between the current rivalry and the Cold War. Ultimately, "Not Just Another Cold War" argues that while the US-China relationship will be as dangerous and consequential as the Cold War, it is essential to recognize its unique nature to understand and strategize effectively.