Junior Library Guild

“The scientists who worked on the first atomic bomb knew they could change the course of history.” This intriguing volume conveys the political climate and scientific excitement surrounding the Manhattan Project, while it also describes the devastating impact of the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and the effects of the Cold War. Numerous black-and-white and color photos, diagrams, and maps are scattered throughout the chapters. Back matter includes a time line, chapter notes, further reading and Web site suggestions, and an index.