The Challenges of Nuclear Non-Proliferation is an exhaustive survey of
the many aspects of non-proliferation efforts. It explains why some
nations pursued nuclear programs while others abandoned them, as well as
the challenges, strengths, and weaknesses of non-proliferation efforts.
It addresses key issues such as concerns over rogue states and stateless
rogues, delivery systems made possible by technology, and the connection
between nuclear weapons and ballistic missiles, examining whether
non-proliferation regimes can deal with these threats or whether
economic or military sanctions need to be developed. It also examines
the feasibility of eliminating or greatly reducing the number of nuclear
weapons. A broad survey of one of today's great threats to international
security, this text provides undergraduates students with the tools
needed to evaluate current events and global threats.