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The Other Missiles of October: Eisenhower, Kennedy, and the Jupiters, 1957-1963

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Though the author only deals with a narrow focus on "our" missiles and their effect on the crisis, he has succeeded in writing what I consider the best of the Plethora (with a capital P) of books on the ruthlessly overworked subject. His writing is clear, crisp and insightful without overreliance on academic jargon. More to the point, he reveals interesting tidbits about just how important these obsolete missiles were to preserving world peace. No collection of Cold War books is complete without Nash's slender but packed volume.

I'm currently writing my internal assessment for IB, based on how the Turkish Jupiter missiles contributed to the Cuban Missile Crisis.

I need a minimum of two sources. Only with this book I am able to get loads of unbiased facts and events. What is interesting is that 99% of the information from this book matches my other source which shows that this book has a reliable content.

The content of the book is put in such a way that it keeps the reader constantly interested.

I really recomend this book!

A good, solidly researched report. Smooth flowing in organization and writing. Author is, on occasion, given to second guessing the factors and motivations confronting key players.

I recommend the book. The information presented is important towards a background and an understanding of the most volatile Cold War battle.

My name is Michelle and my friend Sam and I are interested in the Cuban Missile Crisis. After reading this book, we looked up the author and had a meet 'n greet with him in Sharon, PA. We are from Brazil and are birthday party entertainers. He signed our copies and took us to lunch in his pimped-out Subaru. He is a professor at Penn State Shenango and a total smart ass when it comes to the Cuban Missile Crisis. We highly recommend meeting with Dr. Phil if you are intrigued by his work of art. Philip Nash is truly a national treasure for your United States. Highly intelligent, high class, and dreamy features are only a few ways to describe him. Thanks Phil we love your book!!-Tru Dat!!