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American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer,New
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The inspiration for the major motion picture Oppenheimer, this is the definitive biography of J. Robert Oppenheimer, a brilliant physicist who led the effort to build the atomic bomb for his country in a time of war and who later found himself confronting the moral consequences of scientific progress.American Prometheus is the first fullscale biography of J. Robert Oppenheimer, 'father of the atomic bomb,' the brilliant, charismatic physicist who led the effort to capture the awesome fire of the sun for his country in time of war.Immediately after Hiroshima, J. Robert Oppenheimer became the most famous scientist of his generationone of the iconic figures of the twentieth century, the embodiment of modern man confronting the consequences of scientific progress.He was the author of a radical proposal to place international controls over atomic materials, an idea that is still relevant today. He opposed the development of the hydrogen bomb and criticized the Air Force's plans to fight an infinitely dangerous nuclear warIn the now almostforgotten hysteria of the early 1950s, his ideas were anathema to powerful advocates of a massive nuclear buildup, and, in response, Atomic Energy Commission chairman Lewis Strauss, superbomb advocate Edward Teller, and FBI director J. Edgar Hoover worked behind the scenes to have a hearing board find that Oppenheimer could not be trusted with America's nuclear secrets.American Prometheus sets forth Oppenheimer's life and times in revealing and unprecedented detail. Exhaustively researched, it is based on thousands of records and letters gathered from archives in America and abroad, on massive FBI files, and on close to a hundred interviews with Oppenheimer's friends, relatives, and colleagues.The book follows him from his earliest education at the turn of the twentieth century at New York City's Ethical Culture School through personal crises at Harvard and Cambridge universities. Then to Germany, where he studied quantum physics with the world's most accomplished theorists; and to Berkeley, California, where he established, during the 1930s, the leading American school of theoretical physics and where he became deeply involved with social justice causes and their advocates, many of whom were communists.The book follows him to Los Alamos, New Mexico, he transformed a bleak mesa into the world's most potent nuclear weapons laboratoryand where he himself was transformedand finally, to the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, which he directed from 1947 to 1966.American Prometheus is a rich evocation of America at midcentury, a compelling portrait of a brilliant, ambitious, complex, and flawed man profoundly connected to its major events: the Depression, World War II, and the Cold War. It is at once biography and history and is essential to our understanding of our recent pastand of our choices for the future.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'American Prometheus'? A: 'American Prometheus' is a biography of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the physicist known for leading the Manhattan Project and his subsequent moral dilemmas regarding nuclear weapons.
- Q: Who is the author of 'American Prometheus'? A: The book is authored by Kai Bird, who is known for his thorough research and insightful writing on historical figures.
- Q: Is 'American Prometheus' an abridged or unabridged edition? A: 'American Prometheus' is an unabridged edition, offering a complete account of Oppenheimer's life and contributions.
- Q: How many pages are in 'American Prometheus'? A: 'American Prometheus' contains 200 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of Oppenheimer's life and work.
- Q: When was 'American Prometheus' published? A: 'American Prometheus' was published on February 1, 2007.
- Q: What type of binding does 'American Prometheus' have? A: 'American Prometheus' is available in mp3_cd binding, indicating it is an audio format.
- Q: What are the key themes explored in 'American Prometheus'? A: Key themes include the moral implications of scientific progress, the development of nuclear weapons, and Oppenheimer's personal and professional struggles.
- Q: Can 'American Prometheus' be recommended for history enthusiasts? A: Yes, 'American Prometheus' is highly recommended for history enthusiasts interested in World War II, the Cold War, and the ethical considerations of scientific advancements.
- Q: What makes this biography of Oppenheimer stand out? A: 'American Prometheus' stands out for its extensive research, including thousands of records and interviews, providing a detailed and nuanced portrait of Oppenheimer.
- Q: Is there any discussion on Oppenheimer's post-war life in the book? A: Yes, the book covers Oppenheimer's post-war life, including his directorship at the Institute for Advanced Study and his involvement in nuclear policy debates.