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Book Synopsis: At 01:23:40 on April 26th 1986, Alexander Akimov pressed the emergency shutdown button at Chernobyl’s fourth nuclear reactor. It was an act that forced the permanent evacuation of a city, killed thousands and crippled the Soviet Union. The event spawned decades of conflicting, exaggerated and inaccurate stories.
This book, the result of five years of research, presents an accessible but comprehensive account of what really happened. From the desperate fight to prevent a burning reactor core from irradiating eastern Europe, to the self-sacrifice of the heroic men who entered fields of radiation so strong that machines wouldn’t work, to the surprising truth about the legendary ‘Chernobyl divers’, all the way through to the USSR’s final show-trial. The historical narrative is interwoven with a story of the author’s own spontaneous journey to Ukraine’s still-abandoned city of Pripyat and the wider Chernobyl Zone.
Complete with over 45 pages of photographs of modern-day Pripyat and technical diagrams of the power station, Chernobyl 01:23:40 is a fascinating new account of the world’s worst nuclear disaster.
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Step into the realm of history and unveil the incredible true story of the world's worst nuclear disaster with Chernobyl 01:23:40. This meticulously researched book is the culmination of five years of dedicated investigation, presenting a comprehensive and accessible account of what truly transpired on that fateful day. From the heroic struggles to contain the burning reactor core and prevent further catastrophe, to the untold sacrifices of those who braved radiation beyond human limits, this book uncovers the gripping truth buried beneath decades of conflicting narratives.
Immerse yourself in the riveting narrative as you traverse through the annals of history, exploring the USSR's final show-trial and unveiling the shocking revelations about the legendary 'Chernobyl divers'. But this book isn't just about the past - it intertwines present-day experiences as well. Join the author on an extraordinary journey to Pripyat, the abandoned city frozen in time, and witness the hauntingly beautiful scenes captured through 45 pages of stunning photographs.
With technical diagrams meticulously illustrating the power station's inner workings, Chernobyl 01:23:40 offers a captivating and detailed insight into the darkest moments of human history. This book is an essential addition to any history lover's collection, shedding light on a disaster that forever changed the world. Experience the gripping narrative and immerse yourself in the chilling reality of Chernobyl by getting your copy today.
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