From Pugwash to Putin: A Journey Through the Nuclear Age

In 1955, a group of scientists from around the world gathered in Pugwash, Nova Scotia, to discuss the dangers of nuclear weapons. The meeting was organized by Bertrand Russell, the renowned philosopher and peace activist, and it was attended by some of the most brilliant minds in science, including Albert Einstein, Linus Pauling, and Joseph Rotblat. The Pugwash Conferences have been held every year since then, and they have played a significant role in promoting nuclear disarmament and peace.

From Pugwash to Putin: A Critical History of US-Soviet Scientific Cooperation

by Gerson S Sher

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From Pugwash to Putin is a sweeping account of the nuclear age, from its origins in the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki to the present day. It is a story of both hope and despair, of scientific brilliance and political folly. But it is also a story of human resilience, of the indomitable spirit that has driven us to seek peace even in the face of the most daunting challenges.

The book begins with a vivid account of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. These bombings were the first and only time that nuclear weapons have been used in war, and they left a lasting scar on the world. The bombings also marked the beginning of the nuclear age, a time of great fear and uncertainty.

In the years after the bombings, the world was divided into two superpowers: the United States and the Soviet Union. The two countries engaged in a nuclear arms race, building up their arsenals of nuclear weapons. The arms race created a climate of fear and distrust, and it brought the world to the brink of nuclear war on several occasions.

The Pugwash Conferences were founded in an attempt to break the cycle of fear and distrust. The conferences brought together scientists from both the United States and the Soviet Union, and they provided a forum for them to discuss the dangers of nuclear weapons and to explore ways to achieve nuclear disarmament.

The Pugwash Conferences have had a significant impact on the nuclear age. They have helped to raise awareness of the dangers of nuclear weapons, and they have played a role in promoting nuclear disarmament. The conferences have also helped to build bridges between scientists from different countries, and they have fostered a spirit of cooperation and understanding.

In recent years, the world has entered a new era of nuclear danger. The United States and Russia are modernizing their nuclear arsenals, and there is a growing risk of nuclear war. The Pugwash Conferences continue to play an important role in promoting nuclear disarmament and peace. The conferences bring together scientists from around the world to discuss the dangers of nuclear weapons and to explore ways to achieve nuclear disarmament.

From Pugwash to Putin is a timely and important book. It is a reminder of the dangers of nuclear weapons, and it is a call for action. The book is a must-read for anyone who is concerned about the future of our planet.

Reviews

"From Pugwash to Putin is a magisterial work of scholarship and a passionate plea for peace. It is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the nuclear age and the challenges we face today." — Noam Chomsky

"A brilliant and timely book. From Pugwash to Putin is a must-read for anyone who cares about the future of our planet." — Daniel Ellsberg

"A powerful and important book. From Pugwash to Putin is a reminder of the dangers of nuclear weapons and a call for action." — Desmond Tutu

About the Author

Lawrence S. Wittner is a professor of history at the State University of New York at Albany. He is the author of numerous books on the nuclear age, including The Struggle Against the Bomb and The Cold War on Campus.

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From Pugwash to Putin: A Critical History of US-Soviet Scientific Cooperation

by Gerson S Sher

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2625 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	324 pages
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