This book tells the story of how the atomic bomb was made, from beginning to end. It includes personal stories from the people who were involved in making it, as well as detailed descriptions of the science and engineering that went into creating this devastating weapon. The 25th Anniversary Edition features a new preface by Richard Rhodes and updated material throughout.
For who is this book for ?
This book is for people who are interested in science and engineering, as well as history. It provides a detailed look at how the atomic bomb was created, from beginning to end.
Pros :
- This book tells the story of how the atomic bomb was made, from beginning to end.
- It includes personal stories from the people who were involved in making it, as well as detailed descriptions of the science and engineering that went into creating this devastating weapon.
- The 25th Anniversary Edition features a new preface by Richard Rhodes and updated material throughout.
Cons :
- It is dense and technical
- It can be difficult to follow the scientific explanations
- It is long and may not hold the interest of all readers
Learn more about the author
Richard Rhodes is a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and an expert on nuclear weapons. He has written extensively about the history of the atomic bomb, as well as its scientific and engineering principles.
Reader Reviews
“The Making of the Atomic Bomb is one of the most comprehensive and detailed books on nuclear weapons ever written. Rhodes provides a gripping, blow-by-blow account of how scientists first split the atom, then designed and built an atomic bomb… This book is essential reading for anyone interested in Cold War history or nuclear technology.”
“The Making of the Atomic Bomb is one of the great books of modern times. It is a masterpiece in every sense, from its author’s clear and elegant writing style to its breadth, depth, and inexorable logic. No other book on this subject comes close.”
“This book is mesmerizing… It should be read by every American.”
“This is a well written, detailed and thoroughly researched account of the creation of the atomic bomb. I found it fascinating and could not put it down.”
