Description
Adam Higginbotham's "Midnight in Chernobyl" meticulously reconstructs the events leading up to and following the catastrophic 1986 nuclear disaster. Drawing on extensive research and interviews, the book delves into the complex interplay of human error, systemic flaws, and political ambition that culminated in the explosion at the Soviet Union's Chernobyl Atomic Energy Station. It offers a gripping narrative of the scientists, engineers, and ordinary citizens caught in the heart of the unfolding tragedy, exploring themes of technological hubris, the cost of secrecy, and the enduring human spirit in the face of unimaginable devastation. This definitive account provides an unparalleled look at one of the 20th century's most significant and terrifying events.
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paperback
Simon & Schuster
Published Jan 1, 2019
560 pages
ISBN: 9781501134647
paperback
Simon & Schuster
Published Feb 12, 2019
560 pages
ISBN: 9781501134616
paperback
Simon & Schuster
Published Jan 1, 2019
560 pages
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First Published
2019
Language
eng
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Content and trigger warnings for Midnight in Chernobyl by Adam Higginbotham.