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Martin J. Sherwin
Martin J. Sherwin is the author of American Prometheus, a biography that explores the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer. He's known for his deep dives into American history and biography.
A world destroyed : the atomic bomb and the Grand Alliance
Synopsis
This book examines the critical decisions and political maneuvering that led to the development and use of the atomic bomb during World War II. It explores the intricate relationships and conflicting agendas among the Allied powers, particularly the United States, Great Britain, and the Soviet Union, as they grappled with the implications of this devastating new weapon. The narrative reveals how the bomb not only ended a war but also fundamentally reshaped global diplomacy and the post-war world order.