Chain Reactions: The Hopeful History of Uranium

Tracing uranium's past--and how it intersects with our understanding of other radioactive elements--Chain Reactions aims to enlighten readers and refresh our attitudes about the atomic world.

Chain Reactions looks at the fascinating, often-forgotten stories that can be found throughout the history of uranium. From glassworks to penny stocks; from medicines to atomic weapons; from something to be feared to a powerful source of energy, this global history explores the scientific narrative of this unique element, but also shines a light on its cultural and social impact.

By understanding our nuclear past, we can move beyond the ideological opposition to technologies and encourage a more nuanced dialogue about whether it is feasible--and desirable--to have a genuinely nuclear-powered future.

Author: Lucy Jane Santos
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Pegasus Books
Published: 11/05/2024
Pages: 288
Weight: 0.88lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.20w x 1.10d
ISBN: 9781639367443