Beskrivelse
Discover the fascinating life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the brilliant physicist behind the Manhattan Project and one of the most renowned scientists of his era. This Pulitzer Prize-winning biography dives deep into the complexities of his character and achievements.
A compelling portrait of a multifaceted genius at the heart of twentieth-century history.
J. Robert Oppenheimer was not only a leading physicist but also a man well-versed in Hindu scriptures, blending science with spirituality. As the director of the Manhattan Project, he played a pivotal role in creating the atomic bomb, an invention that shaped the course of history.
Authors Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin craft a detailed and captivating biography that uncovers the ambitious, brilliant, and flawed nature of Oppenheimer. Their narrative brings to life the dramatic and often unsettling events surrounding his career.
Described by the Sunday Times as "reading like a thriller," this biography offers a gripping and intense look into the life of a man who stood at the crossroads of science and global conflict.
Yderligere information
| Oprindelig titel | American Prometheus: The Triumph And Tragedy Of J. Robert Oppenheimer |
|---|---|
| Serie | Julius Robert OppenheimerVindere Af Pulitzer Prisen |
| Forfatter(e) | Kai Bird Martin J. Sherwin |
| Kategori | Bøger |
| Genre(r) | Biografier |
| Forlag | Atlantic Books |
| Udgivelsesdato | Er udgivet |
| Sprog | Engelsk |
| ISBN-13 | 9781838959708 |
| ISBN-10 | 183895970X |
| Indbinding | Paperback |
| Sidetal | 736 |
| Genveje | Julius Robert Oppenheimer - BøgerVindere Af Pulitzer Prisen - Bøger |
| Tags | Christopher, Nolan, American Prometheus, Bøger, Bog |
| GPSR | Produktsikkerhed |
