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183 pp.
| Holiday
| June, 2007
|
TradeISBN 978-0-8234-1855-8$24.95
(3)
YA
This detailed work gives a history of America's first atomic weapons. Sullivan explores such topics as the people, science, and reasons behind the weapons' development, the controversies surrounding their production, and decisions made regarding their use. Historical photographs and quotations from people directly involved and affected get at the personal stories behind this time in history. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind.