The Angrt Genie is a must read.
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It is commonly understood that only the best books are made into audio tapes. On a whim my family and I put the Angry Genie to the test. We read the book aloud on our annual cross country car trip without one complaint from any family member. The surprize attraction of the Angry Genie is its real appeal to the non scientific person. By just glancing through the book one might assume that he or she could be overwhelmed with scientific material, however, by no means is that the case. In the 180 pages of story, from the amazing experiments under Chicago University Stadium to the many photos of actual players in our history, I was drawn to the personalities and inside details of the developments of a powerful scientific discovery. In fact I most recommend this book because if the surprizing revelations on several fronts. First, the power and importance of science and scientists in this centuary is no more dramatically illustrated than in this story of nuclear power. Not even the terror of 'Outbreak" or the suspence of 'Apallo 13" are equal to the reawakening we get in the Angry Genie. Second, Dr. Morgan was able to input all of the required technical information and formulas in the book without interupting the book's flow. Third, the historical, medical and sociological impact is compelling. There is the letter from Einstein to FDR about the potential of the bomb and the fascinating information about the effects of all the different types of rays on humans. I plan on telling my book club about this wonderful book as well as all my friends who love historical books.
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The true story of an unsung hero who saved countless lives.
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I was captivated by Karl Z. Morgan's 50 year battle with powerful elements in the nuclear industrial complex for common sense safety measures. I was appalled to discover the extent of the damage the government inflicted upon our citizens through the abuse of nuclear power and and careless weapons' tests. Even more disturbing is Morgan's summary of numerous radiation experiments our government secretly conducted on innocent Americans. Morgan stands out as a pillar of truth in a desert of deceit. No one can read this without thinking "I had no idea this was going on."
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A man of faith becomes a world famous scientist.
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I really enjoyed this story about a good human being who descended from a long line of Lutheran ministers going back to Martin Luther. It required considerable courage for Dr. Karl Morgan to publically detail the "biggest mistake" of his life when he reluctantly agreed to censorship by his superiors. This book was clearly written from Morgan's soul and provides valuable perspective from a 91-year-old legend who started the entire field of health physics. This autobiography should be required reading for all Americans.
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This is an informative book about a fascinating person.
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I learned so much reading this book! As a young adult during WWII, I identified with our nation's effort to defeat Germany and Japan. Dr. Karl Morgan, the "Father of Health Physics" offers some disturbing insights into what he considers the Truman Administration's greatest mistake-- concealing information from President Truman to assure that Hiroshima ansd Nagasaki would be bombed. Morgan was a contemporary of Einstein and Fermi and was responsible for safety on the Manhattan Project. My generation will appreciate this historical work. Younger generations must read this book so we don't repeat the same mistakes.
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A memoir about an honest and profound thinker.
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This is a wonderful story and one that needs to be told. I can see great chunks of this book being made into various movies. What rings true throughout the book is the loving and sincere character of Dr. Morgan. This is a book that will make people think. In a word, I believe in this book.
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