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power. Nuclear-weapon states are still cloaking their
weapons programs and do not appear likely to make
them fully transparent. Nation states are jealous
with sovereignty issues, and the step of turning all
materials over to international verification seems
unlikely. Putting a technological genie back in the
bottle has historically been counter to human nature
and perceived national interests.
This is a good book for learning about nuclear fissile
material issues. It is enjoyable to read, and you will
come out with a better appreciation for the global security threat posed by having excessive