{"title":"Laurent-Frédéric Bollée","description":"\u003cp\u003eLaurent-Frédéric Bollée is an acclaimed French writer known for his compelling storytelling in the world of graphic novels. With a penchant for history and intricate narratives, Bollée’s work captivates readers with its depth and clarity. His talent for weaving together fact and fiction makes his stories not only entertaining but also enlightening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his noteworthy works is \u003cem\u003eThe Bomb\u003c\/em\u003e, a graphic novel that illuminates the harrowing tale of the invention of the atomic bomb. This book stands as a testament to Bollée’s skill in merging detailed historical research with gripping narrative, making it an essential read for anyone interested in graphic novels that challenge the intellect and resonate with the heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the collection of Laurent-Frédéric Bollée’s works to discover stories that are as intricate as they are engaging. Whether you are a seasoned reader of graphic novels or just beginning your journey, Bollée’s books promise a rich and rewarding experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-bomb-by-didier-alcante-9781419752094","title":"The Bomb","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn August 6, 1945, at 8:15 in the morning, an explosive charge of more than 15 kilotons fell on the city of Hiroshima. Tens of thousands of people were pulverised, and everything within four square miles was instantly destroyed. A deluge of flames and ash had just caused Japan’s greatest trauma and changed the course of modern warfare and life on Earth forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe world was horrified by the existence of the bomb—the first weapon of mass destruction. But how could such an appalling tool be invented? To answer this question, Alcante, Laurent-Frédéric Bollée, and Denis Rodier return to the origins of its main component, uranium, and shed light on the scientific discoveries around this element and its uses both civilian and military.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSifting through the history, from Katanga to Japan, through Germany, Norway, the USSR, and New Mexico, \u003cem\u003eThe Bomb\u003c\/em\u003e is a succession of incredible but true stories. Alcante, Bollée, and Rodier have created an exhaustive and definitive work of nonfiction that details the stories of the unsung players as well as the remarkable men and women who are at the crux of its history and the events that followed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47363017113836,"sku":"9781419752094","price":50.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13288473482693.jpg?v=1772912579"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/laurent-frederic-bollee.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}