Battle for the Ends of the Earth

A gripping, edge-of-your-seat account on the new Cold War unfolding at the ends of the Earth – where the US, Russia and China battle for control of the North and South Poles.As the ice melts, the race for control of the Arctic and Antarctic is heating up. The Coldest War uncovers the growing battle between Russia, China and the West for dominance over the world’s last frontiers – where untapped resources, hidden military bases and shifting power dynamics could shape the future of global conflict.Investigative journalist and national security expert James Bamford takes readers deep into a secret struggle featuring espionage, nuclear threats, hidden submarines and geopolitical power plays at the top and bottom of the world. Drawing on exclusive sources, Arctic exploration and years of research, Bamford reveals how the battle for the Poles will redefine global security in the 21st century.Chilling, timely and well reported, The Coldest War is a must-read for anyone concerned about the future of our planet and the conflicts brewing beneath its frozen surface.