{"title":"Joseph Masco","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoseph Masco is a thought-provoking author known for his in-depth exploration of socio-political themes intertwined with military history. His works offer readers a comprehensive look at the intricate connections between science, politics, and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Nuclear Borderlands\u003c\/em\u003e, Masco delves into the complex narratives surrounding nuclear technology and its impact on both the environment and societies, particularly focusing on areas that have been most affected by these developments. His detailed analysis sheds light on the socio-political implications of the nuclear age, making it a captivating read for anyone interested in history and military studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJoseph Masco's collection is a significant contribution to the History \u0026amp; Military genre, providing invaluable insights that encourage readers to reflect critically on the contemporary issues arising from scientific advancements and their historical contexts. This collection is perfect for those who are keen to understand the broader implications of military technology on global cultures and politics.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-nuclear-borderlands-by-joseph-masco-9780691202174","title":"The Nuclear Borderlands","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn important investigation of the sociocultural fallout of America's work on the atomic bomb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Nuclear Borderlands\u003c\/em\u003e, Joseph Masco offers an in-depth look at the long-term consequences of the Manhattan Project. Masco examines how diverse groups in and around Los Alamos, New Mexico understood and responded to the U.S. nuclear weapons project in the post-Cold War period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHe shows that the American focus on potential nuclear apocalypse during the Cold War obscured the broader effects of the nuclear complex on society. The atomic bomb produced a new cognitive orientation toward daily life, reconfiguring concepts of time, nature, race, and citizenship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis updated edition includes a brand-new preface by the author discussing current developments in nuclear politics and the scientific impact of the nuclear age on the present epoch of a human-altered climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850343010540,"sku":"9780691202174","price":70.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2008883482434.jpg?v=1759083347"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/joseph-masco.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}