Focusing on the life of Hyman George Rickover, this biography delves into his remarkable engineering prowess and relentless determination that transformed the U.S. Navy. It highlights his pivotal role in the advancement of nuclear power generation, showcasing how his innovations reshaped naval operations and Cold War military strategy. Through detailed exploration, the book reveals the profound impact Rickover had on both the Navy and broader defense policies during a critical era in American history.
Marc Wortman Knihy
Marc Wortman je oceněný novinář a nezávislý vědec, jehož články a eseje se objevily v mnoha národních časopisech. Ve své práci se zaměřuje na historii, vědu a architekturu. Jeho spisovatelský styl se vyznačuje hlubokým zkoumáním a poutavým vyprávěním, které čtenáře vtáhne do zkoumaných témat. Wortman se snaží přinášet na světlo méně známé příběhy a poskytovat jedinečný pohled na klíčové historické a vědecké momenty.



A riveting, first-ever, sweeping biography of Thomas Watson, Jr. - more important to the history and development of the modern world than Vanderbilt, Morgan, Rockefeller, and Carnegie - who risked everything, personally and professionally, to reinvent IBM and launch the computer age that created the world we live in today.
Public Transportation
On the Move...
Transportation Design showcases the innovative design work evident in some of today's transportation areas and facilities. Projects include airport terminals, bus and train/subway stations, seaport passenger facilities, bridges and walkways, pedestrian tunnels, and more. Plus, full-color photos, engineering renderings, and informative text show how leading architectural and design firms facilitate the efficient and safe arrival of commuters and recreational travelers.