Author: GLASSTONE, SAMUEL: EDITOR
Title: The Effects of Nuclear Weapons - Revised Edition
Description: USA: The United States Atomic Energy Commission, 1964. Revised Edition. Paperback. 730 pages. Index. Abundant black and white photography. "There is a need for widespread public understanding of the best information available on the effects of nuclear weapons. The purpose of this book is to present as accurately as possible, within the limits of national security, a comprehensive summary of this information." - from Foreward. Chapters include: General Principles of Nuclear Explosions; Descriptions of Nuclear Explosions; Air Blast Phenomena; Air Blast Loading and Target Response; Structural Damage from Air Blast; Effects of Surface and Subsurface Bursts; Thermal Radiation and its effects; Initial Nuclear Radiation; Residual Nuclear Radiation and Fallout; Radio and Radar Effects; Effects on Personnel; Principles of Protection. Above-average wear. Binding intact. Please note: Bomb Effects Computer not included. A well-travelled yet sound copy.; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall; The Effects of Nuclear Weapons - Revised Edition War Mad General Principles of Nuclear Explosions; Descriptions of Nuclear Explosions; Air Blast Phenomena; Air Blast Loading and Target Response; Structural Damage from Air Blast; Effects of Surface and Sub. Fair .

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