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.
The 878th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1986
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 800-900
- Words
- 215,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 37th on The Modern Library | 100 Best Nonfiction (The Modern Library)
- 883rd on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- Pulitzer Prize for Non-Fiction (Pulitzer Prize)
- National Book Critics Circle Award - Nonfiction (National Book Critics Circle)
- National Book Award - Nonfiction (National Book Foundation)
- 50 Memorable Books from 50 Years of Books to Remember (The New York Public Library)
- The 13 Best Science Books for the General Reader (The Guardian)
- The 50 Best Books of the Century (Intercollegiate Studies Institute)