
Nikita Khrushchev, a pivotal figure in the 20th century, rose from humble beginnings to become the leader of the Soviet Union after Stalin's death. His time in power was marked by de-Stalinization, a period of political and social reform, the Cuban Missile Crisis that brought the world to the brink of nuclear war, and ultimately his removal from office in a bloodless coup. "The Story of Nikita Khrushchev: From Stalin’s Shadow to the Cold War" explores his complex legacy and the impact of his tumultuous rule.