Keith, Payne B.
Shadows on the Wall: Deterrence and Disarmament
- ISBN 13:
- 9780985555320
- author:
- Keith, Payne B.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- National Institute for Public Policy
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 206
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Military History, Nuclear Warfare,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Shadows on the Wall: Deterrence and Disarmament examines three fundamental philosophical positions that underpin competing narratives in US public debate about nuclear deterrence and disarmament. These narratives, shaped by differing speculative expectations about international developments and human behavior, have guided contending positions on US nuclear policy for over six decades. Each narrative is based on distinct assumptions about the future of the international system and human behavior, rendering them subjective rather than objectively correct. Nevertheless, they can be evaluated in terms of their prudence for US and allied security. This nuanced analysis provides a framework for understanding the complexities of nuclear deterrence and disarmament. By exploring these three narratives, Shadows on the Wall offers a thought-provoking exploration of the challenges and trade-offs involved in shaping US nuclear policy.
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