Radiant Collection: Numismatics and Exonumia of the Atomic Age

描述: From Democritus to the North Korean weapons program, this is the history and science of the Atomic Age. For many, its military application and develoment is the stuff of nightmares. Still, for others, its civilian use in medicine has saved lives, and its extraordinary electical power generation holds promise as a tool to combat climate change while bringing prosperity to humanity. This story is incomplete. Where we go from here requires your desire for peace, and willingness to learn the facts. The inspiration for this set comes from Disney’s “Our Friend the Atom”, a book with great mid-century art, information, and optimism. The narrative of this set comes from Craig Nelson’s “The Age of Radiance; The Epic Rise and Dramatic Fall of the Atomic Era”.