Marc Wortman Knihy

Focusing on the life of Hyman George Rickover, this biography delves into his remarkable engineering prowess and relentless determination that transformed the U.S. Navy. It highlights his pivotal role in the advancement of nuclear power generation, showcasing how his innovations reshaped naval operations and Cold War military strategy. Through detailed exploration, the book reveals the profound impact Rickover had on both the Navy and broader defense policies during a critical era in American history.

Focusing on America's covert operations during World War II, this work uncovers the nation's secret activities prior to the attack on Pearl Harbor. Marc Wortman delves into the divided sentiments within the country, highlighting the complexities of public opinion and government actions during this tumultuous period. Through meticulous research, he reveals how these clandestine efforts shaped the course of the war and the nation’s eventual entry into the conflict.

The scorching story of how two of history's greatest figures came together to battle against the Nazis before the US even entered WWII. číst celé

A riveting, first-ever, sweeping biography of Thomas Watson, Jr. - more important to the history and development of the modern world than Vanderbilt, Morgan, Rockefeller, and Carnegie - who risked everything, personally and professionally, to reinvent IBM and launch the computer age that created the world we live in today.