Description

In the rigid landscape of 1960s California, Elizabeth Zott is a brilliant chemist whose professional ambitions are consistently thwarted by the era's pervasive sexism. When an unexpected turn of events lands her as the star of a popular television cooking show, Elizabeth seizes the opportunity not just to teach America how to cook, but to subtly educate women on far more profound lessons about life, science, and empowerment. Through her unique blend of scientific rigor and culinary instruction, she challenges societal norms and inspires a generation to question the status quo. This novel is a vibrant and witty exploration of ambition, resilience, and the quiet revolution that can ignite in the most unexpected of places.

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paperback

Penguin Books, Limited

Published Jan 1, 2023

ISBN: 9781804990926

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Details

First Published

2022

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.

Racism/Discrimination
Death/Grief