Nuclear Weapons, Planetary Risks, and Human Consequences

Abstract

This book covers the following material: (1) the history of nuclear weapons; (2) the impact of nuclear weapons; (3) theories and strategies of nuclear deterrence; (4) the nuclear weapons establishment; (5) nuclear war and popular culture; and (6) nuclear treaties, alliances and arms control. The content is designed to provide in depth knowledge about the purpose of nuclear weapons, the paradoxes of nuclear deterrence, the vast impact of nuclear weapons including uranium mining and weapons testing, as well as of military Keynesianism, the nuclear taboo, and arms control. The text offers readers many resources to pursue further studies on the topic of the role of nuclear weapons in national security.