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Science, Nature & Maths

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Discover the remarkable history of the atomic age in The Fly in the Cathedral. Published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux, this paperbound reprint of the 2004 work tells the story of how the atom was split in 1932. Rather than a dry scientific text, author Cathcart presents this history as an adventure tale driven by human dreams and endeavor. This book focuses on the people behind the discovery - individuals with ordinary lives and loves who used steel, wire, glass, oil, and their own good sense to change the world. Cathcart, a former reporter for Reuters and The Independent, uses his background to make complex science thrillingly accessible. It is an ideal read for anyone interested in how scientific breakthroughs are achieved through human curiosity and hard work. Whether you are a science enthusiast or a lover of historical narratives, this book provides a unique look at the dawn of the atomic era.

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Relates the 1932 story of splitting the atom through a human-centered narrative of dreams and endeavor.

Written by a former Reuters and The Independent reporter to ensure a compelling and readable storytelling style.

Makes scientific history accessible to general readers without losing the essential technical details.

Focuses on the real people and ordinary lives involved in the monumental scientific breakthroughs of the era.

Provides a paperbound reprint of the acclaimed 2004 work from Farrar, Straus and Giroux.

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Brand: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Format: paperback
ASIN: 0374530262
Category: Books > Subjects > Science, Nature & Maths
Domain: Amazon UK
Publication Date: 01 January 1600
Listed Since: 27 June 2015

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