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Weapons & equipment
Paperback. This book examines the intersections between international law and national policies, and nuclear proliferation and disarmament, offering a way out if policy makers of leading countries can summon the vision and political will to move away from the nuclear precipice and ensure humanity's future. Editor(s): Falk, Richard A. Num Pages: 313 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPSF; JWMN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 160 x 17. Weight in Grams: 448.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 313
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230609044
- ISBN
- 9780230609044
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 64.41
€ 64.41
Hardcover. Treating Weapons Proliferation is a chilling exploration of the dynamics of weapons proliferation and nonproliferation. In an analogy with the disease of cancer, the book walks the reader through the history of the phenomenon with its growing complexities and changing dimensions. Num Pages: 270 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPSF; JWMN; JWXF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230622807
- ISBN
- 9780230622807
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 64.43
€ 64.43
hardcover. Proceedings of an American Society Symposium held in Orlando, Florida, August 25-30 1996 Num Pages: 160 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JWM. Category: (P) Professional & Scholarly; (UP) Postgraduate; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 191 x 18. Weight in Grams: 426.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1983
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1983rd Edition
- SKU
- V9780306413834
- ISBN
- 9780306413834
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.55
€ 67.55
Applications of Human Performance Models to System Design
Mcmillan, Grant R.; Beevis, David; Salas, Dr....
Hardback. Series: Defense Research Series. Num Pages: 558 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JWM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 32. Weight in Grams: 2860.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 558
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306432422
- ISBN
- 9780306432422
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 198.72
€ 198.72
paperback. Num Pages: 250 pages. BIC Classification: JWM; TTMW. Category: (P) Professional & Scholarly; (UP) Postgraduate; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers Group Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1992
- SKU
- V9780306443299
- ISBN
- 9780306443299
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.57
€ 63.57
Hardback. This collection of essays emphasizes strategic, technological, and economic factors. It includes contributions from academics and governmental experts from both the US and India. Editor(s): SarDesai, D. R.; Thomas, Raju G. C. Num Pages: 333 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FKA; JPA; JPS; JWMN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 27. Weight in Grams: 611.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- St Martin's Press United States
- Number of pages
- 333
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780312294595
- ISBN
- 9780312294595
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Condition: New
€ 65.65
€ 65.65
Hardback. The focus of this text is the presentation of a new strategic concept to deal with the demise of the Soviet Union and the rise of asymmetric warfare. Num Pages: 305 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPSF; JWMN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 24. Weight in Grams: 466.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- St Martin's Press United States
- Number of pages
- 305
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780312295561
- ISBN
- 9780312295561
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.16
€ 123.16
Hardback. Chemical weapons are still a viable military option. This book assesses how agents, munitions and protective devices have evolved since 1915, and how chemical weapons have been used in conflicts. He challenges the assumption that a global disarmament agreement will prevent their use. Num Pages: 239 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JWMC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 455.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 239
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333413616
- ISBN
- 9780333413616
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.61
€ 122.61
Paperback. An examination of nuclear arms control and defence containing papers that present opposing sides of the debate. Nuclear deterrence, Britain's defence budget, the state of Anglo-American relations, NATO strategies and Mr Gorbachev's security arrangements in Europe proposals are discussed. Num Pages: 386 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPS; JWMN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 22. Weight in Grams: 493.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 386
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333434048
- ISBN
- 9780333434048
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 69.88
€ 69.88
Hardback. This study attempts to bring the debate about nuclear weapons and arms control up to date by assessing the reasons for the recent superpower agreement, the decline of the peace movements, the new threats to international stability and the prospects for further detente. Num Pages: 173 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JWMN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 30. Weight in Grams: 390.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1988
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 173
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333476116
- ISBN
- 9780333476116
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 185.81
€ 185.81
Paperback. Although the authors believe that the level of conventional and nuclear forces in Europe should and will be reduced, they do not consider that the military instrument will have lost all of its value in European political affairs. They still see a need to be prepared for tension and conflict. Num Pages: 238 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; JPS; JWK; JWMN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 311.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 238
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333513613
- ISBN
- 9780333513613
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.43
€ 63.43
Hardback. Shows how electronic combat and the battle for intelligence are changing every aspect of the battlefield of the future - from nuclear warfare to espionage. Num Pages: 335 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DVU; 1KBB; JWM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 30. Weight in Grams: 581.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 335
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333553114
- ISBN
- 9780333553114
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 187.44
€ 187.44
Hardcover. A study of the impact of the nuclear revolution on the course of the rivalry between the former USSR and the USA. It explains why it has been so different from great power in prenuclear times, in avoiding war and leading first to a co-operative relationship and then ending peacefully. Series: Institute of Social Studies, the Hague. Num Pages: 320 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DVU; 1KBB; GTJ; JPS; JWK; JWMN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 30. Weight in Grams: 561.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333580110
- ISBN
- 9780333580110
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.31
€ 123.31
Hardback. In 1995, the earlier 1970 Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty was renewed indefinitely and without change to the original clauses of the treaty. This book includes an examination of the continuing relevance or irrelevance of the old treaty, and the role of coercive sanctions in enforcing restraint. Editor(s): Thomas, Raju G. C. Num Pages: 378 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DVU; 1FB; 1FP; JPSF; JWMN; LBBC; LBBS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 35. Weight in Grams: 631.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 378
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333689646
- ISBN
- 9780333689646
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 187.33
€ 187.33
Hardback. Concepts associated with nuclear strategy often go beyond any "objective" logic of deterrence. This book explores the conscious and unconscious beliefs in Britain, France and the Federal Republic of Germany, about society, the state and power structures, and allies and enemies. Num Pages: 289 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 1DFG; JPA; JPS; JWMN; RNQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 28. Weight in Grams: 521.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 289
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333693896
- ISBN
- 9780333693896
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.32
€ 123.32
Pakistan's Arms Procurement and Military Buildup, 1979-99
Ayesha Siddiqa-Agha (Director Of Naval Resear...
Hardcover. This is an in-depth study of Pakistan's security link with arms suppliers and defence industrial capacity, and the influence of Pakistan's army on conventional and non-conventional defence decisions. The analysis is backed with numerous case studies of defence decisions carried out from 1979-99. Num Pages: 247 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FKP; JPS; JWK; JWMN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 146 x 21. Weight in Grams: 430.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333731727
- ISBN
- 9780333731727
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 64.41
€ 64.41
Hardback. Almost the entire southern hemisphere is covered by nuclear-weapon-free zones. In this book, analysts from within the respective regions explore the reasons for success and failure in the establishment of the zones, and their utility and limitations as stepping stones to a nuclear-weapon-free world. Editor(s): Thakur, Ramesh. Num Pages: 249 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPSF; JWK; JWMN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 23. Weight in Grams: 470.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 249
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333739808
- ISBN
- 9780333739808
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.73
€ 122.73
Hardback. Using primary sources and personal experience, this volume traces the origins of microbiology at the government establishments at Porton Down. It traces Porton's pioneering work on deadly diseases such as anthrax, through to the Centre's modern role in healthcare. Num Pages: 298 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWW; 3JJP; HBJD1; HBLW; JWMC; PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 23. Weight in Grams: 719.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 298
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333753835
- ISBN
- 9780333753835
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 186.53
€ 186.53
Hardback. During the presidency of George Bush (1989-1993), the proliferation of weapons became a significant issue on the American security agenda. The efforts of the executive branch and several congressmen to improve implementation of the Missile Technology Control Regime are examined here. Series: Southampton Studies in International Policy. Num Pages: 289 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPQB; JPSF; JWK; JWMN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 22. Weight in Grams: 521.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 289
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333754542
- ISBN
- 9780333754542
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 64.89
€ 64.89
Paperback. This study discusses steps to restart disarmament, such as de-alerting nuclear weapons and introducing policies of "no first use". It catalogues attempts to eliminate nuclear weapons and analyzes whether nuclear weapons prevented a war in Europe between 1945 and 1991, or increased the risks. Editor(s): Blackaby, Frank; Blackaby, F.T. Num Pages: 283 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTJ; JPSF; JWMN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 563.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333791905
- ISBN
- 9780333791905
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 69.10
€ 69.10
Hardcover. On 25 July 2001, the United States entirely rejected the final text of a Protocol to the 2001 Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention to prohibit biological warfare. This book investigates how this disaster came about, and the potential consequences of the failure of American leadership. Series: Global Issues. Num Pages: 245 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPSF; JWMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 22. Weight in Grams: 493.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333793091
- ISBN
- 9780333793091
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 64.41
€ 64.41
Hardback. In the 1990s, the UN organised six peacekeeping operations to disarm civil-warring factions. This book analyses the variation in the UN's success in implementing its disarmament mandates on a case-by-case basis. Series: Southampton Studies in International Policy. Num Pages: 320 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1QF; JPSN1; JWLP; JWM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 24. Weight in Grams: 535.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333947166
- ISBN
- 9780333947166
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.42
€ 123.42
Hardback. This is the first published text on Tasers. Due to the widespread usage of these devices and the misconceptions surrounding their operation, this book will have significant utility. The volume is written by physicians, engineers and law enforcement agents. Editor(s): Kroll, Mark W.; Ho, Jeffrey D. Num Pages: 458 pages, 45 black & white illustrations, 19 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JKSW1; JWM; MMF; MMK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 958.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 458
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387854748
- ISBN
- 9780387854748
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 125.83
€ 125.83
Hardback. Defines the basics of chemical and biological warfare (CBW) for the concerned citizen, including non-alarmist scientific descriptions of the weapons and their antidotes, methods of deployment and defensive response, and the likelihood in the current global political climate of additional proliferation. Num Pages: 328 pages, 3 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPSF; JWMC; JWMN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 166 x 241 x 26. Weight in Grams: 646.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387950761
- ISBN
- 9780387950761
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 44.33
€ 46.99
€ 44.33