This thin paperback has a rarely present DJ which is complete but slightly worn at all creases. The two staples serving as hinges are both slightly rusty. There are 22 figures in the text and 7 photographs of famous scientists, 52pp. A book telling the story behind all the various scientific achievements that have led to the creation of the atomic bomb. He goes into basic details including , the atomic families, electrons, radioactivity, isotopes , atom splitting, relativity of mass etc. with a final chapter on the Atomic bomb. There is also a short postscript that discusses the future with destructive weapons.

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Title

The Story of the Atomic Bomb - A review of the discoveries which have led up to its production

Publisher

Machinery Publishing, Brighton

Publication Date

1945

Binding

Pamphlet

Edition

Presumed First edition.

Condition

Very good

Dust Jacket Condition

very good

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Science & Technology

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Curtle Mead Books trades from the world famous yachting town of Cowes on the Isle of Wight, a beautiful island off the south coast of England. We deal in antiquarian, second-hand non-fiction books, and journals with a wide price range. We specialise in all aspects of yachting and sailing, naval and mercantile marine, and general maritime books. In addition we have a smaller stock of general and local interest. We are members of the P.B.F.A. Direct enquiries welcome. Telephone 01983 294312.

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