Nuclear weapons physics (I need a Bibliography)

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The discussion centers on seeking bibliography focused on the physics of nuclear weapons, particularly in relation to the Manhattan Project. The original poster expresses difficulty finding resources that delve into the technical aspects rather than historical accounts. Recommendations include the book "The Physics of the Manhattan Project" and "The Science and History of the Manhattan Project" by Bruce Cameron, along with Richard Rhodes' "The Making of the Atomic Bomb" and "Dark Sun" for historical context. Additional resources mentioned are "Atomic Energy..." by Smyth and "Los Alamos Primer" by Serber. The Nuclear Weapon Archive website is also suggested for its technical details and historical information. The conversation hints at a light-hearted skepticism regarding the true intent behind the request for bibliography.
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Summary:: I need some bibliography about the phyics of nuclear weapons (manhattan project-like) for an essay.

I've been googling and tried to find some bibliography for the topic, but have found very little (most of the stuff I found was abut the history rather than the proper nuclear physics), I have studied nuclear physics and fission so I'm not looking just for cualitative explanations. The best thing I found for now is https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-662-43533-5.
Do any of you know any book/paper that could help? Thanks in advance.
 
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The Wikipedia articles have various references that you can check.
 
I recommend the books The Making of the Atomic Bomb and Dark Sun by Richard Rhodes as general history. They are excellent reads.

Also, there is The Physics of the Manhatten Project, and The Science and Science and History of the Manhatten Project by Bruce Cameron.
 
Oldies but goodies

"Atomic Energy...," Smyth 9780266417729
"Los alamos primer," Serber 0520344170
 
CanoJones said:
Summary:: I need some bibliography about the phyics of nuclear weapons (manhattan project-like) for an essay.
Are you sure that this is only for the essay? :wink:
 

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