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Sharing Nuclear Secrets is a comprehensive single-volume study of the Anglo-American nuclear relationship, illuminating both its fragility and durability.

The best-selling introduction to international relations offers the most comprehensive coverage of the key theories and global issues in world politics, written by the leading experts in the field.

This book, first published in 1981, is an analysis of the Soviet Union¿s military strategy, taking in both sides of the `hawks¿ and `doves¿ views of the USSR¿s intentions. It examines the Soviet approach to nuclear war, defence and deterrence in the nuclear age and the calculation of risk in the use of the military instrument.

This book, first published in 1975, is a comprehensive examination of specialised strategic studies, and deals with both theoretical and policy aspects. It argues that military power is an intrinsic part of the international system, with strategy being the means by which military power may be used to achieve political objectives.

This authoritative survey of strategic studies gives students a complete introduction to strategic thinking, from historical and theoretical approaches to the contemporary issues and challenges facing the world today. A team of expert authors present readers with key debates and a range of perspectives, encouraging critical thinking.

Ambiguity and Deterrence focuses on the role of competing strategic beliefs in the formulation of British nuclear strategy between 1945 and 1964. Based on recently released documents, it is argued that the British approach to nuclear weapons during this formative period was characterized byparadox and ambiguity. The paradox was that while there was a widespread consensus in political and military circles in favour of nuclear deterrence, there ...

In recent years, a major debate has emerged over the future role of nuclear weapons in world politics. Focusing attention on the role of nuclear weapons in the post-cold war world, this book argues that unlike the debates which emerged during the cold war period, the contemporary debate has taken place largely in private, with only limited involvement by the general public. Contributions from leading academics take up key themes that have emer...

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This book, first published in 1975, is a comprehensive examination of specialised strategic studies, and deals with both theoretical and policy aspects. It argues that military power is an intrinsic part of the international system, with strategy being the means by which military power may be used to achieve political objectives.

This book, first published in 1981, is an analysis of the Soviet Union¿s military strategy, taking in both sides of the `hawks¿ and `doves¿ views of the USSR¿s intentions. It examines the Soviet approach to nuclear war, defence and deterrence in the nuclear age and the calculation of risk in the use of the military instrument.

This book brings together leading American, British, Canadian, French, German and Japanese scholars to discuss key questions that faced the signatories to the Non-Proliferation Treaty.

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The best-selling introduction to international relations offers the most comprehensive coverage of the key theories and global issues in world politics, written by the leading experts in the field.

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A complete introduction to strategy in the contemporary world, which critically explores the enduring, present and emerging issues dominating strategic debate.

This book brings together leading American, British, Canadian, French, German and Japanese scholars to discuss key questions that faced the signatories to the Non-Proliferation Treaty.

A penetrating new examination of the triangular political and cultural relationship between America, Britain, and continental Europe.

... strongly recommended to anyone with an interest in the current problems of defence ...' British Army Review

Based on a detailed analysis of archives and high level interviews this book looks at the role of beliefs, culture and identity in the making of British nuclear policy from 1945 through to the present day.