Ordinary Matter

Dive into the captivating world of groundbreaking achievements with this insightful collection of stories inspired by remarkable women in science. Perfect for lovers of both literature and informative narrative, this trade paperback published by the University of Queensland Press in 2020 brings to light the extraordinary lives of female Nobel Prize winners. Each story highlights their pivotal contributions across various fields, threading together themes of inspiration, motherhood, sacrifice, and resilience.

Imagine a transformative journey through the vibrant settings of a climate protest in Paris, a heartwarming scene of a baby on a Queensland beach, and moments leading up to the prestigious Nobel Prize ceremony. This book not only pays homage to the spirit of scientific discovery but also celebrates the everyday experiences that shape extraordinary achievements. It’s a rich tapestry that reveals how the ordinary intertwines with the extraordinary, reminding us of the profound impact women have had on history and society.

This compelling collection serves as a perfect gift for avid readers, aspiring scientists, or anyone interested in the inspirational legacies of women who altered the course of history. With FREE shipping and a commitment to sharing voices that matter, this book is an addition you won’t want to miss. Please note that combined shipping for other products is not available with this item, so ensure you make the most of your order. Allow up to 10 days for delivery and embrace the power of stories that resonate through time.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780702262760
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2020
Publisher: University of Queensland Press


Description:
In 1895 Alfred Nobel rewrote his will and left his fortune made in dynamite and munitions to generations of thinkers. Since 1901 women have been honoured with Nobel Prizes for their scientific research twenty times, including Marie Curie twice.

Spanning more than a century and ranging across the world, this inventive story collection is inspired by these women whose work has altered history and saved millions of lives. From a transformative visit to the Grand Canyon to a baby washing up on a Queensland beach, a climate protest during a Paris heatwave to Stockholm on the eve of the 1977 Nobel Prize ceremony, these stories interrogate the nature of inspiration and discovery, motherhood and sacrifice, illness and legacy. Sometimes the extraordinary pivots on the ordinary.

This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.