By The Bomb's Early Light by Paul S. Boyer
American Thought and Culture at the Dawn of the Atomic Age
This insightful work delves into the profound cultural and societal shifts in America following the advent of nuclear weapons during and after World War II. It explores how the atomic bomb's introduction reshaped public consciousness, influencing everything from politics and science to art and religion. The narrative captures the pervasive anxiety and fascination with nuclear power, highlighting the ways in which it permeated everyday life and altered the American psyche, leaving a lasting impact on the nation's identity and its perception of the future.
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- Published
- 1985
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-450
- Original Language
- English
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