This book provides an eyewitness history of the development of the Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM). Key topics and details covered include:
Author's Perspective: Written by a former ICBM engineer, the text reads like a diary, offering vivid portrayals of the scientists and generals involved in the U.S. program.
Content: The book covers the design, construction, and history of intercontinental ballistic missiles in the United States.
Unique Insights: It includes personal insights into the challenges of large scientific projects, such as erratic funding and program alterations. It also features previously unpublished material on the early Soviet ICBM program.
Author's Opinions: Stine presents a highly opinionated account, intermingling debatable opinions with facts, including the assertion that a defense against ICBMs (like the Strategic Defense Initiative) is imperative.
