The Atomic Bomb in Images and Documents: The Manhattan Project and the Bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki

Samuel S. Kloda spent 40 years interviewing atomic bomb builders and crews, leading to the discovery of new documents that revealed inaccuracies in previous books. His book sets the record straight on the Manhattan Project, which was formed in 1939 after a letter from Albert Einstein to President Franklin Roosevelt.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 221 pages
Publication date: 09 February 2022
Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc

Samuel S. Kloda, a renowned historian, dedicated over four decades to engaging with the scientists and crews responsible for developing the first atomic bombs. His profound conversations with these individuals fueled his quest to explore archives across the United States. As a result, newly discovered documents were presented to former members of the Manhattan Project or the 509th Composite Group, who eagerly autographed and shared captivating anecdotes about these artifacts.

It's worth noting that most of the major books on the Manhattan Project were published prior to 1973. However, in the years that followed, newly declassified documents emerged, revealing significant inaccuracies in the accounts previously presented.

Kloda's meticulously researched chronicle, adorned with vital documents and photographs, presents a definitive account of the birth of the atomic age. It sheds light on how a single letter from Albert Einstein to President Franklin Roosevelt in 1939 sparked the formation of the Advisory Committee on Uranium, ultimately leading to the secret Manhattan Project, which involved the tireless efforts of over 100,000 men and women.

Through his meticulous research and compelling storytelling, Kloda has corrected the record and provided readers with a comprehensive and accurate portrayal of this pivotal moment in scientific history. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in delving deeper into the origins and implications of the atomic bomb.

Weight: 410g
Dimension: 254 x 178 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781476684888