Hilary Mason

Explore the complete story of the nuclear bomb in Richard Rhodes' richly detailed and captivating book. From theoretical discussions to the bright glare of Trinity, Rhodes takes readers on a step-by-step journey through the development of the Bomb over just 25 years. Meet the scientists who went from being known only to their peers to stepping into the limelight, and discover how this awesome discovery and invention came to be. The Making of the Atomic Bomb is a powerful document and a narrative tour de force that you won't want to put down.