Enrico Fermi is unquestionably among the greats of the world's physicists; the most famous Italian scientist since Galileo. Called the Pope by his peers; he was regarded as infallible in his instincts and research. His discoveries changed our world; they led to weapons of mass destruction and conversely to life-saving medical interventions. This unassuming man struggled with issues relevant today; such as the threat of nuclear annihilation and the relationship of science to politics. Fleeing Fascism and anti-Semitism; Fermi became a leading figure in America's most secret project: building the atomic bomb. The last physicist who mastered all branches of the discipline; Fermi was a rare mixture of theorist and experimentalist. His rich legacy encompasses key advances in fields as diverse as comic rays; nuclear technology; and early computers. In their revealing book; The Pope of Physics; Gino Segré and Bettina Hoerlin bring this scientific visionary to life. An examination of the human dramas that touched Fermi’s life as well as a thrilling history of scientific innovation in the twentieth century; this is the comprehensive biography that Fermi deserves.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Highways Can Be InterestingBy Russell HardingDon't think that a book about highways has to be dull or boring. Miles and Miles of Texas is very interesting; informative and very wellwritten. Describes very clearly how the development and expansion of highways played a major role in economic and socialadvancement in Texas. The political machinations in highway financing and development is particularly interesting; and thepictures of the development and expansion of highways throughout Texas over a 100 year period are alone worth the price of the book.Anyone with an interest in Texas history will find this book to provide a valuable contribution to an important componentof Texas history.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Excellent massive book covering the history of the roads of Texas - fascinating and well done!By 80 ShadesThis is an excellent coffee-table style book with a wonderful history of the highways of Texas (both past and present). There are hundreds of excellent glossy photos that really paint a portrait of how this massive state has grown from dirt roads all the way to modern massive freeway systems. This would make a perfect gift for anyone who is a fan of the history of the open road (and Texas roads in particular). Highly recommended!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. I love this bookBy Patricia ChapmanI love this book. The story of how the bisons and mastodons created the trails leading to food and water grew into todays highways leading to food and water is fascinating and sometimes funny. The complicated story is presented simply and logically and pleasantly. Thanks and kudos to the author.
