Since we live in the shadow of nuclear warfare; we must face its probable consequences and be prepared to cope with potentially gruesome and large-scale destruction; says author Fred Charles Iklé. Much has been written about the physical and biological effects of nuclear warfare; but the effect of bombing on the functioning of society—on the lives and activities of city dwellers; on the operation of industries; and even on the organization of a nation—has been largely neglected. This is the first book to deal with the sociological and demographic impact of widespread bomb destruction. The physical effects of nuclear destruction are related to their social consequences; which are ultimately decisive for political and military strategy; as well as civil defense. Iklé’s findings are based on an extensive analysis of World War II data from Germany; Japan; Poland; and other countries. He also examined many other types of disasters in order to predict the results of nuclear bombing—from medieval plagues to the evacuation in Holland during the floods of 1953. Statistical comparisons show how different degrees of destruction affect cities or nations.The Social Impact of Bomb Destruction is required reading for all civil defense workers and military personnel; as well as government leaders and civilians who would be informed on the social consequences of bombing—and ways to deal with those consequences.
#914394 in Books John Neal Phillips 2002-02-15Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.00 x 1.01 x 6.00l; 1.24 #File Name: 0806134291416 pagesRunning with Bonnie and Clyde The Ten Fast Years of Ralph Fults
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Nice Addition to Your other Boonie and Clyde BooksBy KPVery good book that can compliment other Boonie and Clyde books. Good collection of photos to help set the scene.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great resource for Bonnie Clyde researchersBy MartyRunning With Bonnie and Clyde: The Ten Fast Years of Ralph Fults is an excellent book with a lot of "behind the scenes" stories and information that I hadn't read about before. I highly recommend this book to anyone that is interested in the history of Bonnie Clyde. Very good material with LOTS of dates and details for researchers as well.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Good book for Bonnie and Clyde fansBy KimberlyMr. Phillips is currently considered the foremost authority on Bonnie and Clyde; and for good reason. He is also the editor of Blanche Barrow's recently published memoirs (GREAT). I enjoyed the detail included in this book. His premise is that Clyde was driven in his life of crime by his desire to raid Eastham Prison - one of the worst prisons in Texas. As an historian myself and huge Bonnie and Clyde fan; I would have to say that the raid on Eastham was certainly a part of Clyde Barrow's larger plan (if indeed he had one); but not the sole driving factor. I also appreciate the fact that Mr. Phillips was able to interview Ralph Fults face-to-face; but Mr. Fults seemed to be a bit-part player in the story of Bonnie and Clyde. All in all this book was worth the read - the research is incredible and many former publications' myths and mistakes are straightened out.
