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Doom Towns: The People and Landscapes of Atomic Testing, A Graphic History (Graphic History Series),Used
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The history of atomic testing is usually told as a story about big technology, big science, and complex global politics. Doom Towns: The People and Landscapes of Atomic Testing explains critical technological developments and the policies that drove weapons innovation within the context of the specific environments and communities where testing actually took place. The book emphasizes the people who participated, protested, or were affected by atomic testing and explains the decisionmaking process that resulted in these people and places becoming the only locations and groups to actually experience nuclear warfare during the Cold War. The graphic history presents various viewpoints directly linked to primary sources that reveal the complexity and uncertainty of this history to readers, while also providing evidence and access to archives to help them explore this controversial topic further and to reach their own informed conclusions about this history.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Doom Towns'? A: The book primarily focuses on the people and landscapes affected by atomic testing, providing a detailed account of the technological developments and policies that influenced nuclear weapons innovation.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Doom Towns'? A: The author of 'Doom Towns: The People and Landscapes of Atomic Testing' is Andrew G. Kirk.
- Q: How many pages does 'Doom Towns' contain? A: 'Doom Towns' contains a total of 384 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Doom Towns'? A: 'Doom Towns' was published on September 30, 2016.
- Q: Is 'Doom Towns' available in different formats? A: This particular edition of 'Doom Towns' is available in paperback format.
- Q: What themes does 'Doom Towns' explore? A: 'Doom Towns' explores themes of technology, community impact, and the complex history surrounding atomic testing during the Cold War.
- Q: Does 'Doom Towns' include primary sources? A: Yes, the book presents various viewpoints linked to primary sources, allowing readers to understand the complexity of the historical context.
- Q: What type of readers would benefit from 'Doom Towns'? A: 'Doom Towns' is suitable for readers interested in history, politics, and the social implications of nuclear testing.
- Q: Is 'Doom Towns' suitable for academic use? A: Yes, 'Doom Towns' can be used as a resource for academic studies, particularly in fields related to history and social sciences.
- Q: What edition of 'Doom Towns' is available? A: The available edition of 'Doom Towns' is the first edition.