Midnight in Chernobyl

Discover the chilling tale of 'Midnight in Chernobyl' by Adam Higginbotham, a non-fiction masterpiece that reveals the harrowing truth behind the 1986 Chernobyl disaster. This New York Times bestseller takes you deep into the catastrophic meltdown, showcasing the extraordinary narratives of those who lived through it. With gripping storytelling and meticulous research, Higginbotham combines hundreds of interviews, unpublished memoirs, and documents from recently declassified archives to create a narrative that is both compelling and terrifying. Journey back to that fateful day in April 1986 and explore the aftermath of one of history's most significant nuclear disasters. From the spectral horrors of radiation exposure to the potent themes of ecological fragility and state negligence, this book transcends mere historical account, becoming a profound commentary on humanity's recklessness with technology. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a science aficionado, or simply seeking a riveting read, 'Midnight in Chernobyl' delivers an unforgettable experience. Immerse yourself in this thrilling narrative that not only recounts a disaster but also raises essential questions about truth, power, and responsibility in our modern world. Ideal for book clubs and personal collections, this brand new B-format paperback edition is printed by Random House UK and contains 560 pages of engaging content. Choose this compelling read today, and dive into a story that will echo in your mind long after the last page is turned. Enjoy free shipping on this item and receive it within 10 days.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780552172899
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2019
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 560


Description:
THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 'Superb, enthralling and necessarily terrifying . . . every step feels spring-loaded with tension... extraordinary.' The New York TimesThe story of Chernobyl is more complex, more human, and more terrifying than the Soviet myth. Adam Higginbotham has written a harrowing and compelling narrative which brings the 1986 disaster to life through the eyes of the men and women who witnessed it first-hand. Drawing on hundreds of hours of interviews conducted over the course of more than ten years, as well as letters, unpublished memoirs, and documents from recently-declassified archives, this book makes for a masterful non-fiction thriller.Chernobyl has become lodged in the collective nightmares of the world- shorthand for the spectral horrors of radiation poisoning, for a dangerous technology slipping its leash, for ecological fragility, and for what can happen when a dishonest and careless state endangers not only its own citizens, but all of humanity. It is a story that has long remained in dispute, clouded from the beginning in secrecy, propaganda, and misinformation.

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