Weapons of Mass Destruction by Jeffrey Larsen

Weapons of Mass Destruction by Jeffrey Larsen

Whether one is interested in learning about anthrax, sarin, the neutron bomb—or any other weapon of mass destruction—this thorough and detailed reference is the place to find answers. The threat posed by weapons of mass destruction (WMD), whether nuclear, radiological, chemical, or biological, is the number-one topic of concern for the intelligence community, first responders, policymakers, and myriad non-governmental organizations—and many members of the general public. This authoritative reference will serve all of those parties by covering the full spectrum of mass-casualty weapons. The guide will not only enable people to educate themselves, but also to separate the truth from the spurious information that abounds. The book offers an A-to-Z listing of major topics, making finding information about concepts, scientific theories, and realities of WMD fast and easy. While the framework of WMD goes back centuries, the major focus of this reference is on weapons that date from the use of chemical warfare in World War I. The book also covers WMD from the early nuclear era (World War II), the Cold War, and the present (Syria, North Korea, etc.). Each entry is written in a clear, accessible style and includes crucial background information, making this book an essential resource for both lay readers and specialists. Armed with this portable database, readers will have the confidence to deal with, discuss, or write about WMD of all kinds based on an understanding of relevant concepts, policies, and scientific fundamentals.

Some readers may find the scientific entries a bit technical, but they may expect to learn something new, even eye-opening upon picking up this well-written volumeVERDICT A helpful addition to any reference collection; relevant for ­under­graduates and public library users alike. * Library Journal *
. . .this reference tool would still be useful in libraries serving high school or undergraduate clientele. * ARBA *

Jeffrey Larsen is a cooking instructor, recipe developer, pastry chef, and food stylist specializing in allergen-free cooking and baking. He has worked on a number of cookbooks, cooking magazines, and advertising campaigns. His allergen-free journey started when he began developing recipes for his dairy- and gluten-intolerant mother twelve years ago. In helping his mother, Jeffrey gave himself a head start when he discovered that he is also gluten-intolerant.

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ISBN 13	9781440855740
ISBN 10	1440855749
Title	Weapons of Mass Destruction
Author	Jeffrey Larsen
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Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Year published	2018-10-31
Number of pages	400
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