The research done in the 50's on the effects the Radium Girls suffered brought this about. We wear lead aprons during X-rays to protect vulnerable organs from radiation. The truth, after all these years, was finally out. I read the original version of this book years ago for a book group and was struck by the tragedies the families had to deal with an The light of justice flooded in. In many ways, the sacrifices of these young women paved the way for safety in scientific discoveries for decades.
This enthralling and accessible young readers’ edition of the New York Times and USA Today bestseller includes all-new material including a glossary, timeline, dozens of bonus photos, and more.more Written with a captivating voice and galloping pace, The Radium Girls illuminates the courage and tenacity of these incredible women, whose determination to fight back led to life-changing regulation, advanced nuclear research, and ultimately saved countless lives. As the corporations try to cover up a shocking secret, these determined shining girls suddenly find themselves at the center of a historic and deadly scandal.
They are well paid and consider themselves lucky-until they begin to fall mysteriously ill.
They are well paid and consider themselves lucky-u The acclaimed national bestseller about America’s glowing girls and their brave fight for justice, now adapted for young readers.Īmidst the excitement of the early twentieth century, hundreds of young women spend their days hard at work painting watch dials for troops overseas using glow-in-the-dark paint made with radium. Amidst the excitement of the early twentieth century, hundreds of young women spend their days hard at work painting watch dials for troops overseas using glow-in-the-dark paint made with radium. The acclaimed national bestseller about America’s glowing girls and their brave fight for justice, now adapted for young readers.
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