Audra J Wolfe Books

This author delves into the intricate relationship between science, power, and ideology, with a particular focus on the Cold War era. Through in-depth analysis, they examine how science and technology were leveraged to maintain and project state power. Their work explores not only the tangible manifestations of scientific might but also the unsettling role of propaganda and psychological warfare, and specifically how the very ideas of science—its perceived apolitical and objective nature—were wielded as tools in ideological battles. The author questions how these Cold War-era concepts continue to shape our understanding of science's role in public life.

Competing with the Soviets
Science, Technology, and the State in Cold War America
178 pages
7 hours of reading
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The book explores the pivotal role of science and technology in the Cold War, highlighting how these fields were instrumental in maintaining state power amid the rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union. It examines key developments, from the atomic bomb to the Human Genome Project, illustrating how scientific advancements influenced global perceptions of societal ideals. This concise introduction provides insights into the intersection of science and politics during a crucial period of history.
Freedom's Laboratory
312 pages
11 hours of reading
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Closing in the present day with a discussion of the recent March for Science and the prospects for science and science diplomacy in the Trump era, the book demonstrates the continued hold of Cold War thinking on ideas about science and politics in the United States.

Competing with the Soviets

Freedom's Laboratory