Beyond the Nixon Shocks: Global Consequences Since 1971

In 1971 President Nixon shocked the world with a series of announcements and policies that changed the political landscape at home, and shifted the bases of international power abroad.

From newly opened diplomatic channels with China to unilateral monetary and trade reforms, this book argues that the so called 'Nixon Shocks' transformed not only America but the international economic, security, political and cultural arenas.

Zeiler shows how, along with events such as the release of the Pent...