J. ROBERT OPPENHEIMER - CHRIS MCNAB

Discover the fascinating story of one of the most outstanding theoretical physicists of the 20th century, J. Robert Oppenheimer. This insightful biography by Chris Mcnab takes you on a journey through the life of this extraordinary man, from his youth spent at elite universities to the dramatic events in Los Alamos and the subsequent moral dilemmas.

• In-depth analysis of Oppenheimer's life and work
• Detailed information about his work on the Manhattan Project
• Portrait of a man torn between science and conscience
• A story of conflict with the American government and the military
• Required reading for history and science enthusiasts

J. Robert Oppenheimer, an extremely complex and controversial figure, went down in history as one of the fathers of the atomic bomb. His work in Los Alamos in 1942-1945 had a huge impact on the course of World War II and forever changed the face of the world. In his biography, Chris Mcnab precisely and sensitively shows Oppenheimer's path, from his youth spent at elite universities, through his brilliant scientific career, to the dramatic moments in Los Alamos and the stage of moral decline, when Oppenheimer began to question the effects of his own discoveries.

It is a story about a man of flesh and blood, torn between science and conscience, full of contradictions, passions and doubts. The biography also shows his path to cooperation, and then to conflict with the American government and the military. The book not only documents Oppenheimer's life, but also asks questions about the responsibility of scientists, the price of progress and the moral boundaries of science. This is a must-read for anyone interested in history, science and the ethical dilemmas of the atomic age.

RM Publishing House presents this biography in an elegant paperback cover, consisting of 323 pages. The 155x240 mm format makes the book comfortable to read and ideal for taking on a trip. The year of publication, 2025, guarantees that you receive the latest and most up-to-date knowledge about the life and work of J. Robert Oppenheimer. Don't miss this unique opportunity to delve into the history of one of the most important scientists of the 20th century!