The Boy Who Played with Fusion: Extreme Science, Extreme Parenting, and How to Make a Star by Tom Clynes

This captivating nonfiction work tells the true story of Taylor Wilson, a teenage prodigy who built a nuclear fusion reactor in his parents’ garage at the age of fourteen. Journalist Tom Clynes chronicles Taylor’s astonishing intellect, relentless curiosity, and the family and mentors who fueled his pursuit of scientific greatness. From small-town beginnings to the cutting edge of nuclear innovation, The Boy Who Played with Fusion explores the intersection of genius, ambition, and the modern culture of giftedness — raising profound questions about what it means to nurture extraordinary talent in today’s world.