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W. W. Norton & Company (2004), Hardcover, 256 pages
Description
Draws on diaries, letters, and family interviews to discuss the lesser-known achievements and scientific insights of the Nobel Prize-winning scientist, documenting how she was compromised by the prejudices of a male-dominated society.
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Best-selling author Barbara Goldsmith brings us an inspiring biography of Marie Curie, exploring the real woman behind the scientist whose discoveries changed our world.
Awards
Science Communication Awards (2006)
Rise: A Feminist Book Project for Ages 0-18 (Selection — 2006)
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Physical description
256 p.; 8.24 inches
ISBN
0393051374 / 9780393051377