Dava Sobel with Angela Saini: The Elements of Marie Curie
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Marie Curie's Journey: Triumphs and Challenges
This chapter chronicles the early career of Marie Curie, emphasizing the unexpected support she received in a male-dominated scientific field. Following the tragic loss of her husband, Curie navigated her role as a lab director, forging new paths for women in science amidst societal pressures. It also highlights the experiences of other women in her lab, their struggles with societal expectations, and the broader implications for women's roles in science during that era.
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