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Atomic The First War of Physics and the Secret History of the Atom Bomb, 1939-1949

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A compelling history of science book detailing the secret race, political tensions, and scientific breakthroughs that led to the atomic bomb and the dawn of the nuclear age.

About this book

In "Atomic: The First War of Physics 1939–1949" (القنبلة الذرية، التاريخ السري أولى حروب الفيزياء 1939 - 1949), science writer Jim Baggott delivers a gripping historical account of the race to build the atomic bomb. The book delves into the secret political maneuverings, espionage, and groundbreaking breakthroughs that defined this critical decade. Baggott meticulously charts the Manhattan Project, the global rivalry between superpowers, and the moral dilemmas faced by pioneering physicists as they unlocked the terrifying power of the atom, forever altering the geopolitical landscape.

Why read it?

It provides an accessible, thrilling, and deeply researched narrative combining physics, political intrigue, espionage, and ethics during the dawn of the nuclear era.

Who is it for?

For history buffs, military enthusiasts, science historians, and readers interested in WWII, espionage, and the ethical dilemmas of scientific discovery.

Book details

Language
ar
ISBN-13
9789777654234
Page count
640
Age rating
General