| Synopsis
In 1932 Ernest Walton was facing intense international competition in
the race to split the atom. But, it now appears that a primary inspiration
for his momentous breakthrough was Freda Wilson, the young woman he was
desperately keen to woo. Unusually, Walton did this with a series of ‘love’
letters explaining his complex work – gradually winning Winifred’s
heart, through her mind. For her part, Winifred replied in a manner which
conveyed her complete comprehension of his research, and her increasing
understanding of the man himself.
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