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20th Century

The Radium Girls

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In the early 20th century, factory girls who worked with radium began experiencing strange symptoms. Learn about their often tragic fates — and their fight for fair treatment — in this “must-read” New York Times bestseller (Library Journal) with over 41,700 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

20th Century

Apollo 8

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“The definitive story of what is, and always will be, one of humanity’s greatest adventures” (Scientific American): The US’s first mission to the moon is explored in captivating detail in this book with over 2,000 five-star Goodreads ratings. “Gripping” (Publishers Weekly starred review).

Nonfiction

Irresistible

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A New York Times bestselling author takes an eye-opening look at our growing obsession with technology. “Truly addictive… A fascinating and much needed exploration of one of the most troubling phenomena of modern times” (Malcolm Gladwell).

20th Century

Hidden Figures

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The #1 New York Times bestseller that inspired the feature film: Immerse yourself in the lives and work of the extraordinary Black women whose mathematical advances made space missions possible. This “tender account of genuine transcendence and camaraderie” (The New York Times) is top-rated on BookBub.