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Foreign & International Law - Nuclear Weapons: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

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Book Synopsis: Despite not having been used in anger since Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the Bomb is still the biggest threat that faces us in the 21st century. As Bill Clinton's first secretary of defence, Les Aspin, aptly put it: 'The Cold War is over, the Soviet Union is no more. But the post-Cold War world is decidedly not post-nuclear'. For all the effort to reduce nuclear stockpiles to zero, it seems that the Bomb is here to stay. This Very Short Introduction reveals why. The history, and politics of the bomb are explained: from the technology of nuclear weapons, to the revolutionary implications of the H-bomb, and the politics of nuclear deterrence. The issues are set against a backdrop of the changing international landscape, from the early days of development, through the Cold War, to the present-day controversy of George W. Bush's National Missile Defence, and the threat and role of nuclear weapons in the so-called Age of Terror. Joseph M. Siracusa provides a comprehensive, accessible, and at times chilling overview of the most deadly weapon ever invented.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

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Explore the chilling reality of nuclear weapons with "Nuclear Weapons: A Very Short Introduction" - a gripping analysis of the biggest threat facing us in the 21st century. Delve into the history, technology, and politics of the Bomb with expert author Joseph M. Siracusa, offering a comprehensive and accessible overview of the most deadly weapon ever invented. Discover why, despite efforts to reduce nuclear stockpiles, the Bomb remains a constant presence in our world.

From the revolutionary implications of the H-bomb to the role of nuclear deterrence in international relations, this book navigates through the changing landscape of nuclear weapons. Gain insight into the development of nuclear technology, the Cold War era, and the contemporary debate surrounding the use of nuclear weapons in the Age of Terror. Find out why, as former Secretary of Defense Les Aspin noted, the post-Cold War world is far from post-nuclear.

Take a deep dive into the controversial issues surrounding nuclear weapons, from George W. Bush's National Missile Defense to the ongoing threat posed by the Bomb. With the Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press, you'll embark on a journey of knowledge and discovery in a pocket-sized format perfect for quick learning. Don't miss out on this essential read for anyone curious about the complexities of nuclear weapons.

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