Continuous geometry: by John von Neumann. 299 pages, 6 × 9 in. Princeton, Princeton University Press, 1960. Price, $7.50

• Publisher: Elsevier Science
• Year: 1961
• Tongue: English
• Weight: 85 KB
• Volume: 271
• Category: Article
• ISSN: 0016-0032
• DOI: 10.1016/0016-0032(61)90238-1

✦ Synopsis

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ating crises." There are twelve chapters and five appendices, covering such topics as genetic consequences, the SAC, problems of arms control, nonmilitary and military deterrents, Civil Defense programs, timing and coordination problems. In tables of data and through dispassionate analysis, Mr. Kahn makes it only too clear that unless we understand that the problem is one of sheer survival and are willing to plan for and spend enough money adequately to prepare for all eventualities, we cannot hope to avoid catastrophe. Mr. Kahn's main purpose in writing the book is to show that it is possible to decrease the probability of catastrophic nuclear war and to lessen its destructive effects if it does occur. The book should be read by all Congressmen, state officials, and those who are responsible for formulating our national defense policy. All readers will not agree with Mr. Kahn's analysis, but they should find it difficult to refute his objective arguments.