Hedy's Folly

Hedy’s Folly explores the fascinating story behind spread-spectrum radio technology, pioneered by actress and inventor Hedy Lamarr and composer George Antheil during World War II. The book captures their unlikely collaboration, blending Hollywood glamour with the urgency of wartime innovation, and highlights how their invention laid the groundwork for modern digital communication. Richly woven with historical and technological insights, it offers a compelling look at how unlikely pioneers contributed to transformative advancements.