The New York Times bestseller in a flash Quickly became a bestseller in the Los Angeles Times. Annie Jacobsen's "Nuclear War: A Scenario" offers a chilling glimpse into the potential consequences if our nuclear protectors falter. Truly frightening, according to the Wall Street Journal. Only an asteroid strike or nuclear war could swiftly bring about the end of the world as we know it. A potential catalyst for such a war could be a nuclear missile headed for the United States. Every era, a reporter delves into the core of the atomic defense system: the technology, the protections, the strategies, and the dangers. These probes are crucial for our comprehension of the actual world we inhabit—where a single nuclear missile triggers a chain reaction, and where the intricate dance of global destruction demands critical choices made in split seconds based on the quality of available intelligence. Annie Jacobsen, a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize, delves into the scenario of Nuclear War in her book. She closely examines the critical moments after a nuclear missile launch. By conducting exclusive interviews with both military and civilian experts involved in the development and decision-making process, she provides unique insights into this high-stakes situation. "Nuclear War: A Scenario" stands out as a must-read due to its unparalleled depth and sense of urgency.
