Atomic Adventures: Secret Islands, Forgotten N-Rays, and Isotopic Murder: A Journey into the Wild World of Nuclear Science
Language: English
Published by Pegasus Books, 2017
- Hardcover
- Used
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- Title
- Atomic Adventures: Secret Islands, Forgotten N-Rays, and Isotopic Murder: A Journey into the Wild World of Nuclear Science
- Author
- Mahaffey, James
- Publisher
- Pegasus Books
- Publication year
- 2017
- Condition
- Good
- Dust jacket
- Dust Jacket Included
- Binding
- hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1681774216
- ISBN 13
- 9781681774213
The latest investigation from acclaimed nuclear engineer and author James Mahaffey unearths forgotten nuclear endeavors throughout history that were sometimes hair-brained, often risky, and always fascinating.
Whether you are a scientist or a poet, pro-nuclear energy or staunch opponent, conspiracy theorist or pragmatist, James Mahaffey's books have served to open up the world of nuclear science like never before. With clear explanations of some of the most complex scientific endeavors in history, Mahaffey's new book looks back at the atom's wild, secretive past and then toward its potentially bright future.Mahaffey unearths lost reactors on far flung Pacific islands and trees that were exposed to active fission that changed gender or bloomed in the dead of winter. He explains why we have nuclear submarines but not nuclear aircraft and why cold fusion doesn't exist. And who knew that radiation counting was once a fashionable trend? Though parts of the nuclear history might seem like a fiction mash-up, where cowboys somehow got a hold of a reactor, Mahaffey's vivid prose holds the reader in thrall of the infectious energy of scientific curiosity and ingenuity that may one day hold the key to solving our energy crisis or sending us to Mars. 16 pages of color images
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Archives Books, Inc.
Edmond, OK, U.S.A.
AbeBooks seller since November 14, 1997
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Archives Books, Inc. is an independent, family-run bookstore based in Edmond, Oklahoma, established in 1989. With more than three decades in the trade, we have built a large and continually evolving inventory of used, out-of-print, and collectible books available to readers and collectors worldwide. Our stock ranges from everyday reading copies to more specialized material, with particular depth in religious works, Western Americana, classic literature, and select first editions and leather-bound sets. Much of our inventory is acquired through private libraries and long-established sources within the book trade. In addition to our online presence, we operate a retail location at 1914 E. 2nd Street in Edmond, where we actively buy and sell books Monday through Saturday. Our inventory is updated regularly, and we take care to provide clear descriptions and secure packaging for every order. We have been active on AbeBooks since 1997 and are recognized as a Heritage Bookseller, reflecting our long-standing presence in the online used book market. We remain committed to offering a wide and dependable selection of used books, backed by decades of experience and a straightforward approach to the trade.…
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Archives Books, Inc.
1914 E 2nd Street
Edmond, OK U.S.A. 73034
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Edmond, Oklahoma 73034
(405)348-6800
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