Looks at the failed coup attempt and the other events that led to the breakdown of the totalitarian regime and the birth of a new optimism
James Hadley Billington Books
June 1, 1929 – November 20, 2018
James Hadley Billington was a distinguished American academic and author who taught history at Harvard and Princeton. He served as the 13th Librarian of Congress, significantly shaping America's cultural institutions over his extensive tenure. His academic work delved into historical narratives, and his legacy is cemented by his impactful leadership in the cultural sphere.

