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Lessons in Chemistry
Bonnie Garmus
A Novel
★ 4.2 (264 Ratings)
◷ 19 Minutes
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Lessons in Chemistry (2022) is the story of Elizabeth Zott, a brilliant scientist who has the misfortune of being a woman in 1950s America. After a frustrating failed academic career, Zott finds success in an unlikely place: as the host of a television cooking show.
About the author
Bonnie Garmus is a copywriter and creative director who has worked across the fields of medicine and tech. Lessons in Chemistry, her first novel, is an international best seller.
Who might enjoy this content?
- Foodies interested in the science behind cooking
- Feminists looking for a window into the history of women in STEM
- Anyone who appreciates stories that are sharp and warm-hearted
