Pierre Curie by Marie Curie

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Author Curie, Marie, 1867-1934
Author of introduction, etc. Meloney, Marie Mattingly, 1883-1943
Translator Kellogg, Charlotte, 1874-1960
Translator Kellogg, Vernon L. (Vernon Lyman), 1867-1937
LoC No. 23017302
Title Pierre Curie
Original Publication United States: The Macmillan Company,1923.
Note Reading ease score: 57.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Laura Natal Rodrigues (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust Digital Library.)
Summary "Pierre Curie" by Marie Curie is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The work details the life and achievements of Pierre Curie, a pioneering physicist renowned for his groundbreaking research in radioactivity. The book provides not only insights into Pierre Curie's scientific contributions but also a personal look into his family life, relationships, and the challenges faced by both him and his wife, Marie Curie, as they navigated the world of science and academia. At the start of the biography, Marie Curie reflects on her hesitation to write about Pierre's life, emphasizing her preference for others who had known him longer. She outlines her intent to preserve his memory authentically. The opening chapters delve into Pierre’s background, discussing his upbringing in a modest family of educators and his early fascination with nature and science, which was cultivated through hands-on exploration. As he matures, the narrative transitions to his academic journey, highlighting key milestones, such as his collaborations with his brother Jacques and the significant discovery of piezoelectricity. Through Marie's perspective, readers encounter not only the scientific brilliance of Pierre Curie but also the personal dimensions of his life that shaped his character and career. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QD: Science: Chemistry
Subject Physicists -- France -- Biography
Subject Curie, Pierre, 1859-1906
Subject Chemists -- France -- Biography
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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