“American-studies scholar Lucie Genay has penned an engaging examination of the history of the nation’s ‘nuclear weapons complex’ in the land of enchantment.”—Western Historical Quarterly
“Libraries interested in the history of New Mexico as well as the nuclear industry should add this well-researched book to their collections.”—Choice
“The history of nuclear energy in New Mexico is filled with dangers, secrets, ironies, and both positive and terrible consequences to the state and its native population. While several observers have focused on key parts of this complex story, historian Lucie Genay has synthesized their work and created a sweeping new analysis of the impact of ‘nuclearism’ on New Mexico. This is a groundbreaking book of vital importance to both students of the past and policy makers of today.”—Richard Melzer, coauthor of A History of New Mexico Since Statehood