Thirteen Days (book)

"Thirteen Days" is a detailed account of the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962, focusing on the tense 13-day period when the United States and the Soviet Union faced nuclear conflict. The book, based on internal government documents and personal recollections, describes the strategic decisions, political debates, and risky negotiations behind the scenes. It illustrates how leaders managed intense pressure and uncertainty to prevent a nuclear war, highlighting the importance of diplomacy, communication, and crisis management during one of the most dangerous moments in Cold War history.