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Only the author of The Hunt for Red October could capture the reality of life aboard a nuclear submarine. Only a writer of Mr. Clancy's magnitude could obtain security clearance for information, diagrams, and photographs never before available to the public. Now, every civilian can enter this top secret world...the weapons, the procedures, the people themselves...the startling facts behind the fiction that made Tom Clancy a #1 bestselling author.

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Never before seen by the general public: a rare glimpse inside a Los Angeles-class (SSN-688) nuclear submarine ... with Tom Clancy as your guide. Only the author of The Hunt for Red October could capture the reality of life aboard a nuclear submarine. Only a writer of Mr. Clancy's magnitude could obtain security clearance for information, diagrams, and photographs never before available to the public. Now, for the first time, every civilian can enter this top secret world and experience the drama and excitement of this stunning technological achievement.... the weapons, the procedures, the people themselves... the startling facts behind the fiction that made Tom Clancy a #1 bestseller.

Submarine includes:

Exclusive photographs, illustration, and diagrams
Mock war scenarios and weapons launch procedures
An inside look at life on board, from captain to crew, from training exercises to operations
The fascinating history and evolution of submarines

PLUS: Tom Clancy's controversial views on submariner tactics and training methods. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Best-selling author Clancy's first nonfiction book is a thorough, highly detailed examination of the technology employed by U.S. nuclear attack submarines. After months of lobbying, Clancy was granted security clearance by the navy to board and photograph the nuclear powered USS Miami. Every inch of this state-of-the-art vessel is covered, from the hull, control room, and engine room nuclear reactors to the communications/electronic warfare space and torpedo bays. Clancy shows readers how all the components are made and how they work. Also included is the fascinating history and evolution of submarines and an inside look at life on board, from captain to crew. Much of the information here has only recently been declassified, and Clancy's insightful views on the future of this type of warship in the post-Cold War era are interesting as well. Recommended.
- Eric C. Shoaf, Brown Univ. Lib., Providence, R.I.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Paperback: 368 pages
Publisher: Berkley; Reissue edition (May 6, 2003)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0425190013
ISBN-13: 978-0425190012
Product Dimensions: 6 x 1 x 9.1 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 70 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #755,145 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #25 in Books > Engineering & Transportation > Transportation > Ships > Submarines
- #125 in Books > Engineering & Transportation > Engineering > Marine Engineering
- #284 in Books > Engineering & Transportation > Engineering > Military Technology

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Worth the read, but out of date

ByMarshal Shlaferon November 8, 2014

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Very interesting, and having gone on a 5 hour ballistic sub ("boomer") ride, it filled in lots of the blanks. However, because technology has changed so much since the book was written, it's a bit out of date. Clancy did, obviously, get lots of first-hand knowledge about the subs and the submariners, and conveys the information well and in an interesting way. The photos from Clancy's collection, and others from John Gresham, are interesting but also dated in terms of both sub tech and photo quality. Was a little surprised that info on the US sub fleet ended mid-book and Clancy then picked up on the Brit fleet. Interesting comparisons and contrasts between the two countries, however.

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Three Stars

BySam Malangoneon September 3, 2017

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Too many military abreviatiions, but interesting tours thru the boats themselves.

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Submarine

BySusan M. Schmitton May 21, 2014

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This book is as accurate as it can possibly be. Mr. Clancy takes us thru the birth of a submarine from its inception to its final build then to when she becomes home to its crew. Mr. Clancy does an excellent job of giving us a glimpse of what it is like to serve on board one of these extraordinary craft and the training and dedication that it takes to crew one of them. If you are fascinated by military craft then this book is for you. Mr. Clancy hasn't let us down yet even with his non-fiction books. RIP sir you are truly missed.

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I can't believe the Navy let him write this.

ByDavid P. Schindellon March 14, 2013

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Even with the addition of the Sea Wollf and Virginia class submarines, to some this book will be somewhat dated. However, I think it is still a valuable part of technical history and really helps you understand the hide and seek prospective of submarine warfare". Clancy makes even the mundane seem interesting... heck, I even found the description of the ship's galley to be facinationg.

My only disappointment is that Tom Clancey doesn't write more non-fiction.

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Clancy is always a good read

ByAmazon Customeron March 1, 2014

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Even though this is not one of his fictional yarns, Clancy has clearly done his homework. Over the decades he has made many friends in high places in the U.S. military who share their long experience and knowledge with him... to the great benefit of his readers. I grew up in Norfolk, Virginia, and have been on many subs through the years. This book was right on and a pleasure to read. Needs to be updated now, though, with the advances in the nuclear subs.

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A look into the fairly recent past.

BySusanon January 4, 2017

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I don't know how it stands up as military history, but it was the first of Clancy's nonfiction books that I read. It has sentimental value for me, so it had to find a home on my bookshelf.

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Four Stars

Byjose de castroon October 7, 2015

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Quite instructive

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Interesting but too complicated

ByKindle Customeron March 19, 2015

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Interesting but too complicated even for a 1951 submarine qualified sailor. Photos good but drawings poor-too small. Drawings and photos should be full page size.

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Published 2 months ago by bc

awesome book.

awesome book ... even if it was focused on the 688 class ... vice the true submarine of the Cold War ... the 637s (Sturgeon class!)

Published 2 months ago by Jim

We miss him

Nobody writes like Clancy

Published 6 months ago by The G-Man

Five Stars

A good read if you like facts and history as I do!

Published 10 months ago by Iarry

Great book.

Great book. Gives accurate representation of US and British submarines and life on board.

Published 11 months ago by Stephen

Four Stars

Nice reference which describes well for the reader something most will never get to see in person.

Published 1 year ago by david donnell

Five Stars

Gave as a birthday gift to grandson

Published 1 year ago by Robert T Day

Four Stars

Very informative... who knew that a sub was used to attack a British ship in the Revolutionary War?!

Published 1 year ago by M. M. Alexander

Full of information

Surprisingly detailed description of life on a Los Angeles class submarine. It is interesting that this much information could be published about such a secret weapon in the Navy.

Published 1 year ago by Ron M

How did Mr. Clancy do this

I am fascinated with submarines. I would love to go aboard one. But with this book it allows me to see what one is like.Read more

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