Marketing and the Cold War: an overview

Abstract

Purpose – This paper aims to examine the contents of the special issue, situating the material in appropriate historical context. Design/methodology/approach – The account is based on a close reading of each manuscript. Links to the wider academic literature are created, and a narrative thread is provided to introduce readers to the imbrication of marketing with the Cold War geopolitical climate. Originality/value – The debates surrounding the Cold War, marketing theory and marketing practice have been reviewed.