Weapons of Mass Destruction: The Essential Reference Guide - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1440855749 ISBN 13: 9781440855740

Publisher: ABC-CLIO, 2018

Synopsis

Whether one is interested in learning about anthrax, sarin, the neutron bomb―or any other weapon of mass destruction―this thorough and detailed reference is the place to find answers.

· Includes a comprehensive A-to-Z listing and discussion of significant weapons of mass destruction in their historical and present-day contexts

· Offers straightforward narratives that place these threats into a practical framework

· Presents the most crucial aspects about each WMD topic, distilling decades of research and analysis

· Features non-technical discussions of the fundamental concepts as well as the basic science concerning each WMD threat

· Analyzes the real and perceived threats of WMD from their beginnings in World War I into the future

· Provides primary source documents, including a full listing of Australia Group export controlled substances, technologies, and biological agents

About this title

About the Author:

Eric A. Croddy specializes in weapons of mass destruction with a focus on chemical and biological warfare.

Jeffrey A. Larsen,PhD, is president of Larsen Consulting Group.

James J. Wirtz,PhD, is professor and Dean of the School of International Graduate Studies, Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, California.

Review:

"Some readers may find the scientific entries a bit technical, but they may expect to learn something new, even eye-opening upon picking up this well-written volume. VERDICT A helpful addition to any reference collection; relevant for ­under­graduates and public library users alike." - Library Journal

". . .this reference tool would still be useful in libraries serving high school or undergraduate clientele." - ARBA

About this edition

• Publisher: ABC-CLIO
• Publication date: 2018
• ISBN 10: 1440855749
• ISBN 13: 9781440855740
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 392
• Editor: Croddy Eric A., Larsen Jeffrey A., Wirtz James J.