Kate Moore
What’s inside
The Radium Girls tells the tragic yet powerful story of female factory workers in the early 20th century who suffered from radium poisoning.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding the early dangers of radiation
- Learning about the fight for workers’ rights
- Recognizing the impact of corporate negligence on health
- Appreciating the historical importance of individual advocacy
Key Points
- The discovery of radium and its early uses
- The hiring of young women to paint watch dials
- The emergence of radium poisoning symptoms
- The women’s fight for justice
- The impact on workplace safety regulations
- The legacy of the radium girls in public consciousness
Who’s it For
- history enthusiasts
- feminists
- advocates for workers’ rights
- readers interested in medical ethics
About the author
Kate Moore is an accomplished British author known for her engaging narratives in historical and biographical accounts.