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A Mind Always in Motion: The Autobiography of Emilio Segre

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It is clear from his autobiography that Emilo Segre was a complex and often difficult individual to work with or to satisfy. He was also highly intelligent and educated in the European fashion of his time. I found his book extremely interesting and well written. He skillfully integrates scientific and political activities with a highly critical appraisal of the personal characteristics of many of the the important pyhsicists of the mid 20th century. It is not difficult to understand why he was called Basilisk. Perhaps, in light of the current sate of outcome of our national election the following quote from the book is merited: "I believe that the pettiness, the jelousy, and the inclination to litigation prevailing in a democracy such as the United States are in the long run sources of weakness. I recommend this book highly.