?Mr. Goure, in his book, has produced an impressive array of published documentary evidence to demonstrate that--on paper, at least--the Soviet Union has been engaged in an extensive and expanding civil defense program which has already resulted in a significant capability. ... Although the author's claims are qualified enough, the validity of some of his conclusions about the effectiveness of the program may be open to question. ... Mr. Goure has performed a useful service in describing the Soviet concept of civil defense.?-Saturday Review