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Bomb : graphic novel : the race to build, and steal, the world's most dangerous weapon / written by Steve Sheinkin ; illustrated by Nick Bertozzi.

Sheinkin, Steve, (author.). Bertozzi, Nick, (artist.). Sheinkin, Steve. Based on (work): Bomb. (Added Author). Roaring Brook Press, (publisher.).

Record details

ISBN: 9781250206749
ISBN: 125020674X
ISBN: 9781250206732
ISBN: 1250206731
Physical Description: 253 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 23 cm
Edition: First edition.
Publisher: New York : Roaring Brook Press, 2023.
Copyright: ©2023

Content descriptions

Summary, etc.:

"In December of 1938, a chemist in a German laboratory made a shocking discovery: When placed next to radioactive material, a Uranium atom split in two. That simple discovery launched a scientific race that spanned three continents. In Great Britain and the United States, Soviet spies worked their way into the scientific community; in Norway, a commando force slipped behind enemy lines to attack German heavy-water manufacturing; and deep in the desert, one brilliant group of scientists was hidden away at a remote site at Los Alamos. This is the story of the plotting, the risk-taking, the deceit, and genius that created the world's most formidable weapon. This is the story of the atomic bomb. New York Times bestselling author Steve Sheinkin's award-winning nonfiction book is now available reimagined in the graphic novel format. Full color illustrations from Nick Bertozzi are detailed and enriched with the nonfiction expertise Nick brings to the story as a beloved artist, comic book writer, and commercial illustrator who has written a couple of his own historical graphic novels, including Shackleton and Lewis & Clark. Accessible, gripping, and educational, this new edition of Bomb is perfect for young readers and adults alike."-- Provided by publisher.

Target Audience Note:

10-14 years.

Grades 4-6.