History of Chemical and Biological Weapons

Name: History of Chemical and Biological Weapons
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ISBN: 9781861896513

ISBN-10: 1861896514

ISBN-13: 9781861896513

Edition: 2010

Authors: Edward M. Spiers

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This volume is an examination of the origin, evolution, and use of chemical and biological weapons. It looks in detail at the development of these weapons by rogue states and terrorists, particularly by Iraq in the Iran-Iraq war.

Book details

List price: $16.95
Copyright year: 2010
Publisher: Reaktion Books, Limited
Publication date: 3/1/2010
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 223
Size: 5.50" wide x 8.50" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 0.880
Language: English

Edward M. Spiers is Professor of Strategic Studies at Leeds University.



Preface


Abbreviations


Introduction



The Legacy of Gas Warfare in the First World War



Deterrence and Disarmament: Responses to Chemical and Biological Warfare, 1919-93



Chemical Warfare in Third World Conflicts



The Proliferation of Chemical and Biological Weapons



Iraq's Chemical and Biological Warfare Programmes



Chemical and Biological Terrorism


Conclusion: The Evolving Nature of Chemical and Biological Warfare


References


Select Bibliography


Acknowledgements


Index