Alcante, Didier
The Bomb: The Weapon That Changed the World
- ISBN 13:
- 9781419752094
- author:
- Alcante, Didier
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Abrams ComicArts
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 464
- Dimensions:
- 26.7 x 19.5 x 3 centimetres (1.4
- Genre:
- History, Military History, World War II,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Bomb: The Weapon That Changed the World A graphic novel that reveals the incredible story behind the most disastrous weapon ever invented. On August 6, 1945, an explosive charge of over 15 kilotons was dropped on Hiroshima, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. This illustrated history explores the origins of uranium and sheds light on the scientific discoveries surrounding this element. The book delves into the history of its main component, tracing the story from Katanga to Japan, through Germany, Norway, the USSR, and New Mexico. It is a succession of incredible but true stories about the unsung players and remarkable individuals who shaped the development of the bomb.
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