COLUMBIA, S.C., March 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Arecibo antenna, also known as the Arecibo Observatory, or simply, Arecibo, is recognized formally as the "NAIC"—the National Astronomy and Ionosphere Center. It lies nine miles southwest from the sleepy town of Arecibo, Puerto Rico. Scientists, historians, tourists, and even pagan worshippers from around the world have made their pilgrimage to the Caribbean to gaze upon this iconic radio telescope.
In "The Arecibo Antenna" (published by Xlibris), Helias Doundoulakis tells the story of the Arecibo antenna's suspension system as it was conceived by World War II veterans: two unknown Greek American brothers, a well-known Irish American lawyer, and a Greek American lawyer, who invested heart and soul in its undertaking, only to be eclipsed at the final moment. Here, readers will learn how his brother, George, undertook its conception and fielding, finally winning patent rights for Helias, CIA director William Casey, and Gus Michalos. The inseparable Doundoulakis brothers' journey of courage and brilliance advanced the design of Arecibo and inspired generations of space scientists for years to come.
"This book is not about the telescope itself or a lesson on Aristotelian debate. Rather, it uncovers the contribution of George's implacable devotion to science and exploration of the mysteries of the universe. This premise had always been front and center for George, but not only for the Arecibo antenna's cable suspension design but the numerous other inventions he patented and shared with longtime friends, colleagues, and business partners," Helias says. "This book is a reflection not only of George's sublime mastery of physics, da Vinci–like cleverness, and brotherly love. It is also the story of Casey's sleuth-like intelligence, his unrestrained Odyssean resourcefulness laced with Celtic charm. It is also about Michalos' dogged determination, Hellenic pride, and constant smile that graced our times on countless evenings."
When asked what he wants readers to take away from the book, Helias answers, "In George's, Bill's, and Gus' absence, I take up the torch to articulate the truth, which they would have wholeheartedly endorsed. Before I leave the good earth over which this iconic radio telescope presides, I claim my right to speak that truth and reveal its mysteries. The failure to do so would be a negation of my efforts and would operate as an undue restriction on my rights to freedom of speech." For more details about the book, please visit https://www.xlibris.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/702311-the-arecibo-antenna
"The Arecibo Antenna"
By Helias Doundoulakis
Hardcover | 6 x 9in | 618 pages | ISBN 9781669810391
Softcover | 6 x 9in | 618 pages | ISBN 9781669810407
E-Book | 618 pages | ISBN 9781669810414
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About the Author
Helias Doundoulakis was born in Canton, Ohio, in 1923. A decorated U.S. Army and OSS veteran of World War II, he graduated from Brooklyn Polytechnic (NYU's Tandon School of Engineering) and became a civil engineer. He worked for structural engineering firms Severud-Elstad-Krueger and Emery Roth on notable works such as the Pan Am (MetLife) Building in New York City, and Grumman Aerospace for NASA's Apollo Space Mission, the Space Shuttle, and the F-14 Tomcat. He is the author of four other books: "I Was Trained to be a Spy Books I and II," "Trained to be an OSS Spy" and "My Unique Lifetime Association With Patrick Leigh Fermor."
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