Splitting the Atom

by Stephen Amidon

A study of a father-and-son relationship, which concerns Matthew Merriweather and his father, Walter. Matthew's twin is dead and now he has to come to terms with a new existence without his complex and dangerous twin. The death also affects Walter's sense of security.

Paperback

Published July 11, 1991

About the author

Stephen Amidon was born in Chicago. He is the critically acclaimed author of eight novels, two collections of short stories, two non-fiction books, plays, screenplays, and countless essays and articles.

His work has been published in sixteen countries, appeared on numerous best-of-the-year lists, and been adapted into award-winning movies on two continents.

He is a member of the Academy of Italian Cinema.