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Midnight in Chernobyl

The Untold Story of the World's Greatest Nuclear Disaster
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Midnight in Chernobyl by Adam Higginbotham is a compelling historical account of the catastrophic 1986 nuclear disaster in Ukraine. This meticulously researched narrative delves into the causes, events, and aftermath of the explosion at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, weaving personal stories with expert analysis to illuminate the tragedy's profound impact.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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New York Times Best Book of the Year

Time Best Book of the Year

Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book of the Year

2020 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence Winner

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Midnight in Chernobyl by Adam Higginbotham is a definitive, dramatic account of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster — the worst nuclear accident in history — blending historical narrative and deep reportage. This enthralling book unravels the myths of Chernobyl, providing a masterful, well-paced narrative as compelling as it is illuminating.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781501134630

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 February 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Simon & Schuster

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 211.0mm

Weight: 472g

Pages: 560

About the Author

Adam Higginbotham has written for The New Yorker, The New York Times Magazine, Wired, GQ, and Smithsonian. He is the author of Midnight in Chernobyl, which was the winner of the William E. Colby Award and the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Nonfiction, and Challenger: A True Story of Heroism and Disaster on the Edge of Space. He lives with his family in New York City.

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