The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America's Shining Women (Harrowing Historical Nonfiction Bestseller About a Courageous Fight for Justice)

The Radium Girls delves deeply into one of the most harrowing yet inspiring tales in American history. This bestselling nonfiction work sheds light on the brave women who worked with radium-dial watch faces in the early 20th century, exposing the devastating health impacts they faced due to corporate negligence. With vivid storytelling and thorough research, author Kate Moore captures the essence of these women’s struggle for recognition and justice, making their plight resonate across...

The Radium Girls delves deeply into one of the most harrowing yet inspiring tales in American history. This bestselling nonfiction work sheds light on the brave women who worked with radium-dial watch faces in the early 20th century, exposing the devastating health impacts they faced due to corporate negligence. With vivid storytelling and thorough research, author Kate Moore captures the essence of these women’s struggle for recognition and justice, making their plight resonate across generations. The meticulous detailing of their journey—from the initial excitement of working with a 'wonder material' to the tragic consequences of that very decision—reveals both the darkness of exploitation and the undeniable strength of the human spirit.