History of a Physicist : Joys & Woes

This is an engaging autobiography writen by J. Robert Oppenhemer's first graduate student at Berkely who went on to play important roles in the development of physics and technology in the 20th Century. From Hall's hard-won education and his days with "Oppie" at Berkely, thruogh his research and teaching at Columbia. NYU and CCNY in the 1930s, his fascinating account of brilliant war-time developments, to his years at the office of Naval Research and NASA's Apollo program, he presents an eye-witness view of the drama, foibles and great victories of the century's scientific advances. Anyine interested in the 20th Century Science and Technology will enjoy Hall's natural writing style, non-technical explanations of technical concepts and his modest presentation. A "Joy" to read.