About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their middle schooler begins expressing anxiety about global conflicts or asking complex questions about why countries build weapons of mass destruction. While originally published during the late Cold War, this guide remains a foundational resource for understanding the logic, history, and ethical dilemmas of nuclear proliferation. It tackles heavy themes of global responsibility and justice with a serious but accessible tone. Through its 151 pages, Ann E. Weiss provides a clear historical framework of the post-World War II era. The book is specifically designed to help young teens process the concept of 'deterrence' versus 'disarmament.' Parents will find it a valuable tool for validating a child's concerns about the future while providing them with the factual vocabulary needed to engage in informed civic discussion. It transitions the reader from a place of passive worry to one of intellectual engagement and social awareness.
