Chris Wallace Knihy

12. apríl 1945. Po rokoch krvavých konfliktov v Európe a Tichomorí zaskočí Spojené štáty správa o úmrtí prezidenta Franklina D. Roosevelta. Novozvolený Harry Truman sa po nástupe do funkcie dozvedá o tajnom Projektoch Manhattan, zameranom na vývoj prvej atómovej bomby. V nasledujúcich týždňoch čelí historickému rozhodnutiu: má vydať rozkaz na zhodenie bomby a ukončiť vojnu? Román ponúka rekonštrukciu udalostí, ktoré viedli k nepredstaviteľnej skaze, a približuje zmýšľanie kľúčových osobností zapojených do vývoja zbrane. Medzi nimi je Albert Einstein, ktorý neskôr označil svoju podporu bomby za „najväčšiu chybu v živote“, Robert Oppenheimer a sovietski špióni, ktorí prenikli do jeho tímu. Zaznamenáva aj osudy bežných amerických a japonských civilistov, robotníkov a robotníčok, ktorí netušili, na čom sa podieľajú. Príbehy „kalutronových dievčat“, ako Ruth Sissonová, a preživšej Hirošimčanky Hideko Tamurovej, ktorá dodnes žije v USA, sú silným svedectvom. Dielo energicky a inteligentne podáva definitívny pohľad na jeden z najzásadnejších okamihov v histórii.

Following Chris Wallace's "riveting" (The New York Times) and "propulsive" (Time) first book Countdown 1945 comes a deeply reported, revelatory, and thrillingly told account of the final months of the hunt for Osama bin Laden. On August 27, 2010, three CIA officers ask for a private meeting with CIA Director Leon Panetta. During that secret session, they tell Panetta that agents have tracked a courier with deep Al Qaeda ties to a three-story house at the end of a dead-end street in Abbottabad, Pakistan. But they say it's more than a house--it's a heavily protected fortress. No one in the meeting says the name bin Laden. They don't have to. Everyone understands that finally, after nearly a decade, maybe, just maybe, they've found the world's most wanted man. In Countdown bin Laden, celebrated journalist and anchor of Fox News Sunday Chris Wallace delivers a thrilling new account of the final eight months of intelligence gathering, national security strategizing, and meticulous military planning that leads to the climactic mission when SEAL Team Six closes in on its target. The book delivers new information collected from Wallace's in-depth interviews with more than a dozen central figures, including Admiral William H. McRaven--leader of the operation in Pakistan--as well as CIA Director Panetta, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, Defense Secretary Robert Gates, National Security Advisor Tom Donilon, and two members of SEAL Team Six who participate in the raid, including the special operator who kills Osama bin Laden. Wallace also brings to life the human elements of this story, talking to families who lost loved ones on 9/11, sharing what relatives of SEAL Team Six went through, and bringing us inside the tense Situation Room during the raid. Published on the twentieth anniversary of 9/11, Countdown bin Laden is a historical thriller filled with intrigue, cinematic action, and fresh reporting about the race to apprehend and bring to justice the mastermind of the most consequential terrorist attack in American history

A "behind-the-scenes account of the 116 days leading up to the Americans attack on Hiroshima"--Dust jacket flap.

A "behind-the-scenes account of the 116 days leading up to the Americans attack on Hiroshima"--Dust jacket flap on regular-sized printing.

Chronicles the final months of the hunt for Osama Bin Laden.

Focusing on the intense 116 days leading up to the American attack on Hiroshima, this gripping account delves into the political and military maneuvers that shaped this pivotal moment in history. Written by veteran journalist Chris Wallace, it combines thorough research with a narrative style that resembles a thriller, providing insight into the decisions and events that culminated in a devastating outcome. The book offers a unique perspective on a critical chapter of World War II, revealing the complexities and tensions of that era.

Vols. for 2009- by Janak Jani & Lucy E. Cousins.

The 2019 Australian election highlighted the unpredictability of electoral outcomes, emphasizing the importance of political strategy and engagement. Labor's unexpected defeat serves as a reminder that no election is guaranteed, similar to the Liberal and National parties' loss in 1993. As Australia faces significant challenges like climate change and social equity in a post-pandemic context, the need for careful political maneuvering is more critical than ever to avoid costly electoral missteps.

Exploring the intricate dynamics of image-making and image-breaking, this book delves into the personal and political lives of key figures in national politics. It offers a nuanced examination of how public personas are crafted and dismantled, revealing the impact of these transformations on political landscapes and public perception. Through intimate narratives, it sheds light on the interplay between personal identity and political power, making it a compelling read for those interested in the complexities of political representation.

Set against the backdrop of John F. Kennedy's 1960 presidential campaign, this book provides an insider's view of the political landscape of the time. It explores the challenges of running as a Catholic candidate, the strategic maneuvering during the primaries, and the dramatic moments of the national conventions, including JFK's controversial decision to select Lyndon B. Johnson as his running mate. With a blend of intrigue and fresh reporting, it reveals lesser-known behind-the-scenes details that shaped a pivotal moment in American history.