The Nuclear Fail (2018)
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- Leo Szilard, a physicist, played a key role in the development of the atomic bomb through the Manhattan Project but later became an advocate against its use.
- Despite his contributions to nuclear physics, Szilard faced opposition and was marginalized by figures like General Leslie Groves due to his outspoken views and Jewish heritage.
- Szilard's later years were marked by his literary work, including 'The Voice of the Dolphins,' a collection of science fiction stories reflecting his concerns about nuclear war and political power.
- His personal life was unconventional, characterized by a lack of permanent residence and a late marriage, reflecting his lifelong status as an outsider.
- Szilard's legacy is complex, embodying both the creation of and opposition to nuclear weapons, making him a controversial figure in the history of science and politics.