| 520 | ## | $aIn *The Duel of the Giants: China and Russia in Asia*, Drew Middleton provides a geopolitical and military analysis of Sino‑Russian relations during the late Cold War. Drawing on border dynamics, military preparedness, and diplomatic maneuvering, he argues that conflict between the two powers is increasingly likely. Focusing on the contested border regions, trilateral arms dynamics, and the balance of power, the book warns that Chinese resistance against Soviet pressure may require significant external military support—and the U.S. may lack capacity to provide it. |