Choose one of the three women featured in the book. How does Katz characterize her? How is she different or similar from the other two women featured?

Analyze Katz’s depiction of the dynamics between Britain, the US, and the Soviet Union. What assumptions inform Katz’s approach to the East/West divide? What are the strengths and limitations of her analysis?

Examine the portrayal of diplomacy and diplomatic tactics in the book. How does Katz portray the various diplomatic factors and dynamics at play? What does she suggest about the nature of diplomacy?