Mission to Moscow

This 1943 paperback edition of "Mission to Moscow" is in fair condition, reflecting typical wear for its age. The cover and spine show some creasing and edge wear, with no dust jacket as issued. The binding remains intact, and the pages are clean with no inscriptions or markings. Overall, it is a well-preserved copy considering its publication date.

"Mission to Moscow" by Joseph E. Davies offers a unique glimpse into the diplomatic landscape of the Soviet Union during a crucial period in history. Published by Pocket Books Inc. in New York, this 1943 Revised Edition is a paperback that compiles confidential dispatches and personal correspondence from Davies' tenure as the United States Ambassador to the Soviet Union from 1936 to 1938. This edition, first printed by Pocket Books in January 1943, provides an unabridged account of these critical years, with insights into political strategies and wartime diplomacy. The book is a significant historical document that captures the complexity of international relations during World War II. Its scarcity as a 1943 paperback edition makes it a valuable addition to collections focused on diplomatic history and Soviet-American relations. The condition is consistent with its age, showing signs of wear typical for paperbacks of this era.