Command and Control by Eric Schlosser

656 pages, Paperback

198 x 127 x 32mm (L x W x T)

Condition: Very Good (Has very small/minor signs of wear). There no markings, inscriptions or signatures of any kind, pages are clean and vibrant.

Genres: History / Nonfiction / Politics / Science / American History / Technology / Military History

"Command and Control" presents a dual narrative, meticulously detailing a critical incident at a nuclear missile silo in Arkansas, while simultaneously providing a comprehensive historical overview spanning five decades. The book chronicles the precarious efforts of a small crew to avert a catastrophic detonation of a high-yield nuclear warhead, juxtaposed with a broader examination of the ongoing challenges associated with nuclear weapons safety and security.

The narrative emphasizes the imperative to prevent unauthorized access, sabotage, and accidental detonation of nuclear devices. Furthermore, it offers a re-evaluation of the Cold War, focusing on the experiences of individuals directly involved in nuclear operations, including pilots, missile commanders, and maintenance personnel.

Utilizing declassified documents and firsthand accounts from those who designed and managed nuclear weapons, the book offers an unprecedented glimpse into the complex and often perilous world of nuclear arms management, a domain previously obscured from public view."