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Title: Science Goes to War: The Search for the Ultimate Weapon--from Greek Fire to Star Wars by Ernest Volkman, Ernest Volkman ISBN: 0-471-41007-1 Publisher: Wiley Pub. Date: 29 March, 2002 Format: Hardcover Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $24.95 |
Average Customer Rating: 3 (5 reviews)
Rating: 3
Summary: Good book but full of inaccuracies
Comment: The topic is quite interesting and relevant considering our current situation. The early part of the book is the most gripping, but I have to say that the chapters dealing with the 20th Century were a big let down. Volkman is correct in saying only a couple of people left the Manhatten project, but he does not mention that many scientists refused to work on the project. The data is skewed to represent the thesis of author, but it would have been nice to read about some of the counter arguments, such as the early peace movement among scientists in the 16th Century. It would have been notable if more effort could have been made towards some of the scientist peace movement successes (such as the ban on some areas of biological research during the 1970s). There are however, lots of little nuggets of information that keep the readers' interest until the end. Inside this book, there is a great one waiting to come out. Perhaps in a later edition.....
Rating: 3
Summary: Good overview!
Comment: Volkman seemed to go in circles when making his point. It seemed very repetitive, at times, like a 5th grader writing his first report and trying to fill up space.
For those looking for an indepth analysis of the history of science and warfare, you will be very disappointed. However, if you are just curious of how science has influenced our world, you will find this an easy book to read and understand.
I know my review kind of swings both ways. But to me, the book's writing swings back and forth between good and bad. I'm pleased with the content but not so pleased with the author's writing ability.
This was however, the most informative and easy to read book on the subject I've seen yet.
Rating: 5
Summary: Astounding and frightning must read
Comment: Absolutely one of the best, most accurate, well-documented, and organized books on the subject of science being "the bringer of evil; the bringer of life." It isn't lite reading, but the knowledge gained from its pages will affect the way you think about the risks and benefits of technology forever. Be strong, be brave, be afraid.
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Title: The Known World by Edward P. Jones ISBN: 0060557540 Publisher: Amistad Press Pub. Date: 14 August, 2003 List Price(USD): $24.95 |
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