Atomic Accidents: A History of Nuclear Meltdowns and Disasters; From the Ozark Mountains to Fukushima Audiobook

A gripping narrative of nuclear mishaps and meltdowns around the globe, all of which have proven pivotal to the advancement of nuclear science

From the moment radiation was discovered in the late nineteenth century, nuclear science has had a rich history of innovative scientific exploration and discovery, coupled with mistakes, accidents, and downright disasters. Mahaffey, a long-time advocate of continued nuclear research and nuclear energy, looks at each incident in turn and analyzes what happened and why, often discovering where scientists went wrong when analyzing past meltdowns.

Every incident has led to new facets of understanding about the mighty atom—and Mahaffey puts forth what the future should be for this final frontier of science that still holds so much promise.

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“Beginning with raucous accounts of steam enginecollisions, narrator Tom Weiner guides listeners through a comprehensivehistory of energy disasters from the 1890s to the present. The book focuses onnuclear accidents, and Weiner’s deep, resonant voice suggests the immensepotential of the atom—and the striking cost of human error. In contrast to thesubject itself, James Mahaffey’s writing is surprisingly charming. While Weiner’snarration is rather formal and authoritative, he always succeeds in letting thelistener in on the wry observations within Mahaffey’s reasoned arguments…Weiner’sconsistent, evenly paced delivery offers listeners a chance to reconsider atimely and divisive issue—the safety and future of nuclear energy.”

— AudioFile