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The Devil Reached Toward the Sky: An Oral History of the Making and Unleashing of the Atomic Bomb

By Garrett M. Graff
Unabridged — 20 hours, 25 minutes
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Blending memories and perspectives of scientists, soldiers and ordinary people, this is a powerful narrative about harnessing the atom’s power and the devastating consequences of the tremendous endeavor that contributed to Japan’s surrender in WWII.

A 2026 Audie Award Finalist for Audiobook of the Year

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • “Magisterial...A stunning account that brings to the fore the nuclear saga's surreal combination of ingenuity, fate, and terror.” -Publishers Weekly (starred review) • “If you are an intelligent person, or at the very least think you are, you have to read The Devil Reached Toward the Sky...This period in history has never been more relevant and frightening than it is today.” -James Patterson • “Comprehensive an...

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