Summary

Chapter 11, “Nuclear Madness,” is divided into four sections that discuss reactions to the existence and use of nuclear weapons in modern warfare. It focuses heavily on the Cold War before moving onto the modern day. Chapter 11 discusses international threats, international perception, and the number of uncertainties that still exist. It talks to the reader about how they should talk to the public about nuclear weapons and nuclear warfare.

“The Neutron Bomb and Weapons Paradox,” details plans that were drafted during the Carter administration to build a new type of nuclear weapon, called the neutron bomb. The Neutron bomb would have had much less of an initial explosion than previous nuclear bombs, but would have released significantly more radiation fragments after it was detonated. It was designed to be used against armies that had invaded countries allied with the U.S., so that...