Objections to Nuclear Defence: Philosophers on Deterrence

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Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 196 pages
Publication date: 04 September 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Moral and political issues hold immense significance in the context of survival in the nuclear age. Ethics offers valuable insights into the meaning of national defense and civic responsibility within the framework of a nuclear state. For instance, those advocating for increased spending on nuclear weapons within NATO do so with the intention of safeguarding Western values. However, it is crucial that they are fully aware of the potential risk of undermining or destroying those very values through the very means they employ to preserve them.

In the face of ongoing doubts about the effectiveness of nuclear deterrence, responsible citizens are compelled to evaluate the conflict between personal reservations, cherished principles, and their governments' assertive moral certainties. In Objections to Nuclear Defense, a collection of essays written by professional philosophers with diverse perspectives, these issues are explored in depth. The authors present clear and compelling analyses of the moral and political objections to the specific nuclear policies of Western governments. While often driven by passion, the arguments presented are always rational and thought-provoking. This book will particularly appeal to students of international affairs, peace studies, applied philosophy, and the general public seeking to navigate the complexities of political choices in Europe or North America.

Weight: 367g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367535421