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Discover the riveting saga of nuclear espionage with *Spying on the Bomb*, a comprehensive exploration of U.S. nuclear intelligence from World War II to modern threats from rogue states. Authored by the esteemed Jeffrey T. Richelson, this engaging narrative spans over 768 pages and incorporates a wealth of recently declassified documents that unveil the covert activities of various countries seeking nuclear capabilities.
In *Spying on the Bomb*, you will delve into the chilling history of the nuclear club, which has expanded significantly since 1952, now including at least eight nations. Each chapter provides an insightful look at the nuclear strategies of countries such as the Soviet Union, France, China, India, Israel, and South Africa, juxtaposed with America's understanding and responses to these advancements. This book is essential for anyone interested in international relations, nuclear policy, and espionage history.
Furthermore, this updated paperback edition offers current analyses of diplomatic maneuvers and intelligence strategies in ongoing efforts to mitigate nuclear threats from Iran and North Korea, as well as rare insights into incidents like the Vela Incident. Along with 46 captivating photographs and 4 detailed maps, this work is a must-have resource for historians, policymakers, and those keen on global security issues of planet Earth.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9780393329827, Year: 2010, Publisher: W W Norton & Company.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393329827
Year: 2010
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 768
Description:
A global history of U.S. nuclear espionage from its World War II origins to today's threats from rogue states. For fifty years, the United States has monitored friends and foes who seek to develop the ultimate weapon. Since 1952 the nuclear club has grown to at least eight nations, while others are making serious attempts to join. Each chapter chronologically focuses on the nuclear activities of one or more countries, intermingling what the United States believed was happening with accounts of what actually occurred in each country's laboratories, test sites, and decision-making councils. Jeffrey T. Richelson weaves recently declassified documents into his interviews with the scientists and spies involved in the nuclear espionage. The book reveals new information about U.S. intelligence work on the Soviet/Russian, French, Chinese, Indian, Israeli, and South African nuclear programs; on the attempts to solve the mysterious Vela Incident; and on current efforts to uncover the nuclear secrets of Iran and North Korea. The book also includes spy satellite photographs never before extracted from the national archives.
The updated paperback edition includes analysis of the diplomatic maneuvering and intelligence activities that have taken place over the last year in the continued attempt to halt Iran's quest for nuclear weapons.46 photographs, 4 maps.
In *Spying on the Bomb*, you will delve into the chilling history of the nuclear club, which has expanded significantly since 1952, now including at least eight nations. Each chapter provides an insightful look at the nuclear strategies of countries such as the Soviet Union, France, China, India, Israel, and South Africa, juxtaposed with America's understanding and responses to these advancements. This book is essential for anyone interested in international relations, nuclear policy, and espionage history.
Furthermore, this updated paperback edition offers current analyses of diplomatic maneuvers and intelligence strategies in ongoing efforts to mitigate nuclear threats from Iran and North Korea, as well as rare insights into incidents like the Vela Incident. Along with 46 captivating photographs and 4 detailed maps, this work is a must-have resource for historians, policymakers, and those keen on global security issues of planet Earth.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9780393329827, Year: 2010, Publisher: W W Norton & Company.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393329827
Year: 2010
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 768
Description:
A global history of U.S. nuclear espionage from its World War II origins to today's threats from rogue states. For fifty years, the United States has monitored friends and foes who seek to develop the ultimate weapon. Since 1952 the nuclear club has grown to at least eight nations, while others are making serious attempts to join. Each chapter chronologically focuses on the nuclear activities of one or more countries, intermingling what the United States believed was happening with accounts of what actually occurred in each country's laboratories, test sites, and decision-making councils. Jeffrey T. Richelson weaves recently declassified documents into his interviews with the scientists and spies involved in the nuclear espionage. The book reveals new information about U.S. intelligence work on the Soviet/Russian, French, Chinese, Indian, Israeli, and South African nuclear programs; on the attempts to solve the mysterious Vela Incident; and on current efforts to uncover the nuclear secrets of Iran and North Korea. The book also includes spy satellite photographs never before extracted from the national archives.
The updated paperback edition includes analysis of the diplomatic maneuvering and intelligence activities that have taken place over the last year in the continued attempt to halt Iran's quest for nuclear weapons.46 photographs, 4 maps.