The Devil Reached Toward the Sky: An Oral History of the Making and Unleashing of the Atomic Bomb

Explore the monumental undertaking of the atomic bomb's creation and deployment in The Devil Reached Toward the Sky: An Oral History of the Making and Unleashing of the Atomic Bomb. This New York Times bestseller offers a comprehensive and engrossing narrative, drawing from the firsthand accounts of scientists, generals, soldiers, and civilians involved in the Manhattan Project.

Discover the audacious rush to unlock the universe's fundamental power, driven by the urgency to end World War II. The story unfolds from the scientific breakthroughs in secret locations like Los Alamos to the fateful missions over Hiroshima and Nagasaki. It traces the journey from brilliant physicists fleeing fascism in Europe to the ordinary workers toiling in classified endeavors, their efforts revealed only by President Truman's radio announcement.

This oral history masterfully blends perspectives, from key figures like J. Robert Oppenheimer and General Leslie Groves to the B-29 bomber crews and the survivors of the bombings. The Devil Reached Toward the Sky is a profound testament to human ingenuity, sacrifice, and the complex choices that shaped history, presenting a searing account of the inception of our most powerful weapon and its enduring legacy.