'This important new book by Richard Wevill adds greatly to our understanding of the Anglo-American 'special relationship' by delving behind the scenes to look at its inner workings. Where most studies look at the meetings between Presidents and Prime Ministers, this one focuses on the day-to-day work of the British embassy in Washington, showing how it handled challenges to the ... Read morerelationship and helped build a solid partnership in the post-war world. In so doing the book contributes, not only to the history of such significant international events as the Truman Doctrine and Marshall Plan, but also to the literature of diplomatic practice.' - Dr. John W. Young, Professor of International History, University of Nottingham Show Less