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The postwar period saw increased interest in the idea of relatively easy-to-manufacture but devastatingly lethal radiological munitions whose use would not discriminate between civilian and military targets. Death Dust explores the largely unknown history of the development of radiological weapons (RW)--weapons designed to disperse radioactive material without a nuclear detonation--through a series of comparative case studies across the United States, the Soviet Union, the United Kingdom, Iraq, and Egypt. The authors illuminate the historical drivers of and impediments to radiological weapons innovation. They also examine how new, dire geopolitical events--such as the war in Ukraine--could encourage other states to pursue RW and analyze the impact of the spread of such weapons on nuclear deterrence and the nonproliferation regime. Death Dust presents practical, necessary steps to reduce the likelihood of a resurgence of interest in and pursuit of radiological weapons by state actors.

Exploring the evolution of Homo sapiens, this book delves into the species' journey from early development to the rise of civilizations and the impact of the industrial and information revolutions. William Potter challenges conventional historical perspectives by highlighting the roles of environment, language, transformative ideas, and technology. Enhanced with vibrant full-color illustrations and accessible information panels, the narrative offers a fresh and engaging portrayal of human history.

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Clear, engaging text allows kids to learn facts in an accessible and entertaining way. Dynamic, exciting illustrations bring the facts to life for young readers.