The Devil Reached Toward the Sky

The Devil Reached Toward the Sky by Garrett M. Graff is an epic oral history that delves into the audacious undertaking of the atomic bomb's creation during World War II. As it commemorates the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings, the narrative interweaves the voices of scientists, soldiers, and civilians, illustrating both the breathtaking ingenuity and dire consequences of the Manhattan Project. With a focus on the moral complexities faced by those involved, Graff draws from numerous archival sources to reveal the personal stories behind one of the most significant events in modern history.