Some interesting recent articles:

• "Survivor of Both A-Bombs is Certified," New York Times, 24 March 2009
• Alexis Madrigal, "7 (Crazy Civilian Uses for Nuclear Bombs," Wired.com, 10 April 2009
• Milan Vodicka, "Nuclear Advice," New York Times, 14 April 2009

The two texts listed below are not required readings; they are suggestions for those looking for general background. They will be especially useful for those who have not taken many classes on 20th century international history or those who would like a refresher.

• John Lewis Gaddis, We Now Know (1997) 85-112
• McGeorge Bundy, Danger and Survival (1988) 3-53