Nuclear Deterrence, Morality and Realism

Nuclear Deterrence, Morality and Realism by Jm Finnis

Nuclear deterrence deserves rigorous, objective ethical analysis. In providing it, the authors of this book face realities - the Soviet threat, possible nuclear holocausts, strategic imperatives - but they also unmask moral evasions - deterrence cannot be bluff, pure counterforce, the lesser (or greater) evil, or a step towards disarmament. They conclude that the deterrent is unjustifiable and examine the new questions of conscience that this raises for everyone. Philosophers; Christian (especially Catholic) intellectuals; political scientists; defence or international relations experts; peace groups.

John Finnis, Professor of Law and Legal Philosophy Emeritus at Oxford University and Professor of Law at the University of Notre Dame

John Finnis is Professor of Law and Legal Philosophy at the University of Oxford, and a Fellow of University College. He is the Biolchini Family Professor of Law at the University of Notre Dame.

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ISBN 13	9780198247920
ISBN 10	0198247923
Title	Nuclear Deterrence, Morality and Realism
Author	Jm Finnis
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Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Oxford University Press
Year published	1987-06-01
Number of pages	456
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