Judging Edward Teller (Signed First Edition, First Printing)

Hargittai, Istvan

ISBN 10: 1616142219 / ISBN 13: 9781616142216

Published by Prometheus Books, 2010

About this Item

Inscribed First Edition, First Printing of this study of the life of physicist Edward Teller, the primary figure in the development of the hydrogen bomb and advocate of controversial uses of advanced technologies. Inscribed by Istvan Hargittai to a previous owner on the title page. 575 pages, illustrated. Minimal sign of previous use. Due to the weight of this volume, shipping outside the U.S. will require additional funds for postage.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Judging Edward Teller (Signed First Edition, First Printing)
• Publisher: Prometheus Books
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1616142219
• ISBN 13: 9781616142216
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Fine
• Signed: Signed by Author(s)

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Synopsis

To his supporters he was a hero of the Cold War, to his detractors he was evil personified, but no matter which way you look at it, Edward Teller aka The father of the H-Bomb was one of the 20th centurys most influential scientists. Judging Edward Teller is a definitive biography that presents a balanced portrait of the multifaceted and enigmatic scientist set against the backdrop of one of the most chaotic periods in the history of the world. Drawing on previously undiscovered archival material from Hungarian, American and German sources it provides fresh insights into Tellers motivations, his pivotal role in the creation of the H-bomb, his turbulent relationship with friends and colleagues, his damaging testimony against physicist Robert Oppenheimer, and the legacy of his scientific genius.

About the Author

Istvan Hargittai is a successful author and a professor of chemistry at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics.