Nuclear Reactions: Documenting American Encounters with Nuclear Energy

Book Overview

Nuclear Reactions explores the nuclear consensus that emerged in post-World War II America, characterized by widespread support for a diplomatic and military strategy based on nuclear weapons and a vision of economic growth that welcomed nuclear energy both for the generation of electricity and for other peaceful and industrial uses. Unease about the environmental consequences of nuclear energy and weapons development became apparent by...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0295999624
• ISBN13: 9780295999623
• Release Date: October 2016
• Publisher: University of Washington Press
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"