Vincent Sheean Boeken

Focusing on the remarkable life of Marie Curie, this biography offers an intimate glimpse into her personal life through the eyes of her daughter, Eve. It highlights not only Curie's groundbreaking scientific achievements, including her discovery of Radium, but also her role as a loving mother and dedicated wife in a male-dominated field. This portrayal reveals her humanity and resilience, providing a unique perspective on a woman who profoundly influenced science and society. The book is part of a series republishing classic works in modern editions.

The book highlights the scarcity and rising costs of classic works from the early 1900s and earlier. It emphasizes the effort to republish these timeless texts in affordable, high-quality modern editions, preserving the original content and artwork for contemporary readers.