One Physicist's Guide to Nuclear Weapons

Offering a comprehensive overview of nuclear weapons, the book provides insights from physicist Jeremy Bernstein, who witnessed their development firsthand. It explores the science behind nuclear weapons while making complex concepts accessible to both general readers and experts. The narrative spans from the 1950s nuclear tests in Nevada to contemporary issues in Iran and North Korea, reflecting on the implications of the nuclear age over the last seventy years. An introduction by Sir Chris Llewellyn Smith enhances its significance in understanding global nuclear dynamics.