Chernobyl: The History of a Nuclear Catastrophe
Chernobyl: The History of a Nuclear Catastrophe
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2018
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2018404
Book • Nonfiction
Chernobyl, Ukraine • 1980s
2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Chernobyl: The History of a Nuclear Catastrophe by Serhii Plokhy provides a detailed account of the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster, examining its causes, immediate impact, and long-term global consequences. The book emphasizes the human experiences of those affected, including workers and residents, while exploring the socio-political context of the Soviet Union during the crisis.
Informative
Dark
Unnerving
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Serhii Plokhy's Chernobyl: The History of a Nuclear Catastrophe offers a compelling, detailed narrative that balances historical context and personal stories, praised for its thorough research and engaging style. Some critics note the dense details could overwhelm casual readers, but overall, it is lauded as an authoritative account of the disaster.
Who Should Read Chernobyl: The History of a Nuclear Catastrophe?
Readers captivated by history, science, and political intrigue will appreciate Chernobyl: The History of a Nuclear Catastrophe by Serhii Plokhy. Fans of Eric Schlosser's Command and Control or Richard Rhodes's The Making of the Atomic Bomb will find similar insights into nuclear disasters and Cold War tensions.
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Book • Nonfiction
Chernobyl, Ukraine • 1980s
2018
Adult
18+ years
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