Nuclear Race

Did you know that the concept of mutually assured destruction (MAD) played a central role in shaping Cold War strategy, acting as a precarious deterrent against nuclear war? This book provides crucial historical context, beginning with the post-World War II environment that spurred the Soviet Union to develop its own atomic bomb.

The book argues that Russia's nuclear policies, driven by security concerns, ideological imperatives, and great power ambitions, have significantly influenced global stability since 1945. It presents its analysis through a chronological and thematic exploration, starting with the scientific foundations of the Soviet program and moving into an analysis of strategic thinking and post-Soviet adaptation. The book culminates by assessing the implications of Russia's nuclear posture for contemporary global security.

The book connects to political science, science and technology studies, and sociology, providing diverse perspectives on the subject.