The Making of the Atomic Bomb by Richard Rhodes
This comprehensive book provides an in-depth account of the development of the atomic bomb during World War II. It explores the scientific advancements that made the bomb possible, the political decisions that led to its creation, and the moral dilemmas faced by the scientists involved. The book also details the personalities of key figures in the Manhattan Project, the effects of the bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and the impact of nuclear weapons on the world.
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- Published
- 1986
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 800-900
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 14 lists:
- 37th on The Modern Library | 100 Best Nonfiction (The Modern Library)
- 1645th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 50 Best Nonfiction Books of All Time (Reader's Digest)
- 50 Memorable Books from 50 Years of Books to Remember (The New York Public Library)
- Books of the Decade (1980s) (The Independent)
- Ezra Klein Show's Most Recommended Books (Ezra Klein Show)
- National Book Award - Nonfiction (National Book Foundation)
- National Book Critics Circle Award - Nonfiction (National Book Critics Circle)
- NY Times Editors Choice 1980-1989 (NY Times)
- Pulitzer Prize for Non-Fiction (Pulitzer Prize)
- The 13 Best Science Books for the General Reader (The Guardian)
- The 50 Best Books of the Century (Intercollegiate Studies Institute)
- Top 100 Books (Lincoln Journal Star)
- Top 10 books books on the history of science (Guardian) (Guardian)