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The science and politics of Leo Szilard, 1898–1964: Evolution, revolution, or subversion?

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Leo Szilard pursued physics, biology, and nuclear arms control in creative and impish ways by defying traditional scientific and political methods. He worked within established disciplines to negate and reformulate both ideas and ideologies. Interacting with the likes of Albert Einstein, Enrico Fermi, and Bertrand Russell, Szilard pioneered discoveries in nuclear physics and advanced the cause of world peace. He challenged other Nobel laureates — and world leaders such as President Truman and Premier Khrushchev — to rethink their assumptions and to reform their policies. Along with his keen insights and playful ingenuity, Szilard also employed humor and blackmail. Copyright , Beech Tree Publishing.

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  • William Lanouette, 2006. "The science and politics of Leo Szilard, 1898–1964: Evolution, revolution, or subversion?," Science and Public Policy, Oxford University Press, vol. 33(8), pages 613-617, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:oup:scippl:v:33:y:2006:i:8:p:613-617
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