Radiant Science, Dark Politics: A Memoir of the Nuclear Age

Radiant Science, Dark Politics: A Memoir of the Nuclear Age is a compelling personal account that interweaves the scientific breakthroughs of the 20th century with the turbulent political climate of the Cold War. Written by a scientist who stood at the forefront of nuclear research, the memoir provides an intimate look at the discovery of carbon-14, the rise of Big Science, and the moral dilemmas faced by those working at the intersection of physics, chemistry, and national security. The bo...