Paperback / softback. New. <b>Winner of the Pulitzer Prize, published to exceptional reviews in both the US and the UK, <i>American Prometheus</i> is as compelling a work of biography as it is a significant work of history.</b> ISBN 183895970x 9781838959708 [GB]

Atlantic Books. Paperback. NEW. The array mentioned above is about the inspiration behind Christopher Nolan's upcoming film, "Oppenheimer," which is based on the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer. Oppenheimer was a physicist and polymath who played a crucial role in the development of the atomic bomb as the director of the Manhattan Project. His story is explored in a meticulous and riveting biography written by Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin, which won the Pulitzer Prize for Nonfiction. Described as a thriller that is both gripping and terrifying, Oppenheimer's life was filled with remarkable achievements and complex personal struggles. He was not only a brilliant scientist but also a polymath who had a deep understanding of Hindu scriptures and quantum mechanics. This unique combination of knowledge and interests made him one of the most famous scientists of his generation. Bird and Sherwin's biography delves into the various aspects of Oppenheimer's life, shedding light on his ambitions, complexities, and flaws. The authors paint a vivid picture of a man who was deeply involved in some of the most momentous events of the twentieth century. Oppenheimer's role in the Manhattan Project, which ultimately led to the creation of the atomic bomb, is a central focus of the biography. The Manhattan Project was a top-secret research program during World War II, aimed at developing the atomic bomb before Nazi Germany could. Oppenheimer's leadership and scientific expertise were ...