A vintage Cold War “future history” imagining a major conflict between NATO and the Warsaw Pact in August 1985.

General Sir John Hackett and his contributing military advisers combine a fictional narrative with maps, force comparisons, and discussion of strategy, command, and the home front.

This U.S. hardcover was published by Macmillan, New York. The copyright page states “Fourth Printing 1979.” The original dust jacket remains present, including its $12.95 price.

Complete, with no missing pages.

CONDITIONThe jacket shows substantial handling wear, including edge tears, chips, creasing, spotting, and discoloration. The boards have surface wear, and the pale cloth spine is spotted. Page edges and portions of the interior show toning and foxing.

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An accessible collectible for readers of military fiction and the strategic concerns of the late 1970s.

Includes the book and dust jacket. Display stand is not included.

Price includes shipping within the United States. Carefully packed.