Power Versus Prudence : Why Nations Forgo Nuclear Weapons

The book "Power versus Prudence" is a groundbreaking study that sheds light on the complex relationship between nuclear weapons, non-proliferation, and disarmament.

By developing a prudential-realist model, Paul demonstrates how a nation's nuclear choices are influenced by specific regional security contexts and the extent of security interdependence with other states.

Through a comparative case study approach, he examines the nuclear decisions of countries such as South Africa, Ukraine, South Korea, India, Pakistan, and Israel, offering valuable insights into the factors that drive these choices.

The book challenges prevailing supply-side approaches to non-proliferation and provides a nuanced understanding of the security variables at play in nuclear proliferation.

With its original and theoretically sound arguments, "Power versus Prudence" is a must-read for students of international relations, policy-makers, and anyone concerned with the future of global security.