A Fiery Peace

Neil Sheehan is the embodiment of why good journalism is both necessary and relevant.  In his new book A Fiery Peace in a Cold War: Bernard Schriever and the Ultimate Weapon, he shows us once again, as he did In A Bright Shining Lie, that the great movements of history turn on the character and actions of individuals.  He tells us a story of how we avoided Armageddon during the Cold War and in so doing he helps to instruct us in the importance of appreciating the military and some of its best and brightest, while making sure that we are not overtaken by an overzealous military juggernaut. With balance, insight and an appreciation for history, Sheehan tells us a vivid story for our times and for all times. My conversation with Neil Sheehan: