| Description |
1 online resource (xiii, 183 pages) : illustrations |
| Contents |
Chapter 1: Theoretical Analysis of Role of Missiles in International Security -- Chapter 2: Technological Aspects of Missiles: Missiles and Warheads -- Chapter 3: Role of Missiles in International Security -- Chapter 4: Why States Acquire Missile Systems -- Chapter 5: Historical and Contemporary Missile Development -- Chapter 6: Survivability of Nuclear Missile Force and Contemporary Debates -- Chapter 7: Can the World Do Without Missiles? |
| Summary |
The book attempts to understand the myriad roles of ballistic and cruise missiles in international security. They are for combat purpose, deterrence, coercive diplomacy and power and prestige of a state. The book also studies missile developments across the world. The book also aims to fathom the various possibilities to reduce the threat from missile systems. Debalina Ghoshal is Non-Resident Fellow at the Council on International Policy, Canada |
| Notes |
Includes index |
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Online resource; title from PDF title page (SpringerLink, viewed February 13, 2024) |
| Subject |
Security, International.
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Ballistic missiles -- Political aspects
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Cruise missiles -- Political aspects
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9783031480638 |
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3031480635 |
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