BR writes regarding the problems with Young, who has objected to Rotblat's History of Pugwash and refused to distribute it unless it is altered. "He admitted that it was factually accurate, but considered that some of the facts should be suppressed for fear of producing a bad impression on timorous persons in the West. Rotblat and Powell and I vehemently dissent from this view. Since the book has been sanctioned by the committee Wayland Young is under an obligation either to carry out its promotion or resign his position as publicity officer. So far he has not agreed to either course."

BR informs Topchiev that given all of this, "We greatly hope, therefore, that you will not feel that you must collaborate with him either about the journal or about a book on the history of Pugwash."

There is a note in the top right-hand corner which reads, "Copy sent to Powell".

The draft has been revised in BR's hand.