The Hawk and the Dove

This masterful double biography explores the lives of two influential American figures during the Cold War—Paul Nitze and George Kennan—who held contrasting views on how to navigate the era's threats. Despite their ideological differences, they maintained a close personal friendship, even sharing family milestones. Nicholas Thompson vividly brings to life their lifelong political and personal journeys, offering a compelling story of U.S. foreign policy during a critical period in history.