The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America's Shining Women (Bestselling Historical Nonfiction Gift for Men and Women)
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Select a product to estimate shipping.Discover a powerful and heartbreaking true story of courage and resilience with The Radium Girls. This book meticulously recounts the experiences of young women who painted watch dials with radium-infused paint in the early 20th century, revealing the hidden dangers they faced and their fight for justice.
Key Highlights
- Provides a detailed account of a significant historical event and the women involved.
- Offers insight into the working conditions and health risks faced by factory workers during that era.
- Explores themes of corporate responsibility, worker rights, and the struggle for recognition.
- Presented in a compelling narrative format, making a complex story accessible to a wide audience.
- A thought-provoking read that prompts reflection on the importance of safety and ethical practices.
Useful Facts
- Author: Kate Moore
- Publisher: Sourcebooks
- Publication Date: March 6, 2018
- Edition: Reprint
- Language: English
- Pages: 504
- ISBN-10: 1492650951
- ISBN-13: 978-1492650959
- Item Weight: 2.31 pounds
- Dimensions: 5.25 x 1.26 x 8 inches
Good Fit For
- History enthusiasts interested in 20th-century America.
- Readers who enjoy true crime and stories of social justice.
- Individuals seeking a compelling and informative read about labor history.
- Gift for those interested in biographies and non-fiction books.
Product details
| Main Specification | |
|---|---|
| Publication Date | 2018 or March 6 |
| Brand | by Kate Moore (Author) Format: Paperback |
| Item Weight | 2.31 pounds |
| Product information | |
| Language | English |
| Others | |
| Product Type | State & Local |
| Edition | Reprint |
| Publisher | Sourcebooks |
| Print length | 504 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1492650951 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1492650959 |
| Dimensions | 5.25 x 1.26 x 8 inches |
| ISBN10 | 1492650951 |
| ISBN13 | 978-1492650959 |