Chernobyl
The History of a Nuclear Catastrophe
Serhii Plokhy
The book provides a comprehensive account of the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster, detailing the events leading up to the explosion, the aftermath, and the long-term consequences on health, politics, and the environment. It also examines the Soviet system and the flaws in the nuclear industry that contributed to the catastrophe, as well as the heroic efforts of individuals who mitigated the disaster's impact.
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