a closer look at one of the most influential scientists of the twentieth century
Hargittai, Istv?n
2010
Presents a biography of Edward Teller, also known as the "Father of the H-Bomb." Details Teller's personal life and emergence within the field of science and discusses how his devotion to defending the United States led to the creation of the most destructive weapon the world has ever known. Highlights the difficulties he faced throughout his life and features black-and-white photographs.
With remarks about his small stature and poor swimming skills ringing in his ears, the son of Hungarian immigrants begins to train for the 21-mile swim across a nearby lake.
Margaret Rose, a twelve year-old girl, is rescued from a summer camp by her two great uncles, who are creating a controversy with three giant towers built from scrap metal and glass in their back yard.
Traces the history of Hungarians in the United States from the discovery of the American continent to the present day and discusses their contributions to the physical and spiritual development of their new country.
In Cincinnati, Ohio, in the summer of 1952, eight-year-old Peti gives up his room to his Hungarian relatives, including a twelve-year-old cousin who bullies him, and worries about his grandfather who cannot escape from behind the Iron Curtain.
Upon leaving an oppressive summer camp, twelve-year-old Margaret Rose Kane spearheads a campaign to preserve three unique towers her grand uncles have been building in their back yard for over forty years.
