One Minute to Midnight

Set during the tense 1962 Cold War period, this detailed account by Michael Dobbs explores the moments leading up to the Cuban missile crisis, drawing on newly available sources from the U.S., Soviet Union, and Cuba. The book offers an hour-by-hour narrative of near-disastrous events, including secret plans, espionage activities, and military movements, providing a vivid glimpse into how close the world came to nuclear conflict. Through compelling scenes from the White House, Soviet ships, and Miami streets, Dobbs illuminates the fears and decisions of world leaders during this perilous standoff.