{"product_id":"partners-in-deterrence-us-nuclear-weapons-and-alliances-in-europe-and-asia","title":"Partners in Deterrence: Us Nuclear Weapons and Alliances in Europe and Asia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThis book explores the history of America's nuclear posture worldwide, delving into alliance structures and interaction during and since the end of the Cold War to uncover the underlying dynamics of nuclear weapons cooperation between the US and its allies. Combining in-depth empirical analysis with an accessible theoretical lens, the book reveals that US allies have wielded significant influence in shaping nuclear weapons cooperation with the US in ways that reflect their own objectives. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 256 pages\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13 July 2021\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Manchester University Press\u003cbr\u003e\\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom the dawn of the atomic age to the present day, nuclear weapons have played a pivotal role in shaping the internal dynamics of US alliances in Europe and Asia. However, the level and nature of nuclear weapons cooperation among these allies have exhibited significant variations over time. In order to unravel the complex dynamics of nuclear weapons cooperation between the United States and its allies, this book delves into the historical trajectory of America's nuclear posture across the globe. It explores the intricate alliance structures and interactions that have prevailed during and since the end of the Cold War, aiming to uncover the underlying forces that drive nuclear weapons cooperation between the US and its partners.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy employing a combination of in-depth empirical analysis and a user-friendly theoretical framework, the book sheds light on the significant influence that US allies have wielded in shaping nuclear weapons cooperation with the US. These allies have exercised their autonomy to tailor their approach to nuclear weapons cooperation to align with their unique objectives, often reflecting their idiosyncratic priorities. The book contends that alliances are dynamic ecosystems of exchange rather than mere instruments of external balancing, and it offers institutional perspectives as a means to gain unprecedented insights into how structured cooperation can foster policy convergence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThroughout the book, the authors examine a range of case studies and historical events to illustrate the diverse ways in which US allies have influenced nuclear weapons cooperation with the US. They explore the role of individual states, regional organizations, and international institutions in shaping nuclear weapons policies and practices. The book also examines the challenges and opportunities that arise from nuclear weapons cooperation, including the risks associated with proliferation, the need for arms control and disarmament, and the potential for nuclear weapons to serve as a catalyst for conflict resolution.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy examining the historical trajectory of America's nuclear posture and the complex dynamics of nuclear weapons cooperation between the US and its allies, this book provides valuable insights into the complex interplay of power, security, and international relations. It offers policymakers, scholars, and the broader public a comprehensive understanding of the factors that shape nuclear weapons cooperation and the implications of these dynamics for global security.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 542g\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 164 x 240 x 23 (mm)\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781526150721\\n                            \\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stephan Fruhling,Andrew O'Neil","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44099564830970,"sku":"9781526150721","price":45.52,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/0e64a10a9919240926af4163da039382.jpg?v=1633056061","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/partners-in-deterrence-us-nuclear-weapons-and-alliances-in-europe-and-asia","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}