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Literary Fiction· United States

Lessons in Chemistry

by Bonnie Garmus
Aggregate Editorial Score72/100
Goodreads Choice Award
Published 2022464 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Bonnie Garmus's Lessons in Chemistry (2022) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. Elizabeth Zott, a chemist in 1960s America who isn't taken seriously, ends up hosting a cooking show where she treats recipes as chemistry experiments—and accidentally inspires a feminist revolution. Garmus's witty, warm debut became one of the bestselling novels of the decade. Themes of feminism, 1960s, chemistry run through the work. The book has received recognition from Goodreads Choice Award 2022.

Awards & Recognition

Goodreads Choice Award
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202267
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Bonnie Garmus
United States
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lessons in Chemistry about?

Elizabeth Zott, a chemist in 1960s America who isn't taken seriously, ends up hosting a cooking show where she treats recipes as chemistry experiments—and accidentally inspires a feminist revolution. Garmus's witty, warm debut became one of the bestselling novels of the decade.

Who wrote Lessons in Chemistry?

Lessons in Chemistry was written by Bonnie Garmus, from United States. First published in 2022.

What awards has Lessons in Chemistry won?

Lessons in Chemistry has received the following awards and honours: Goodreads Choice Award 2022.

Is Lessons in Chemistry worth reading?

Lessons in Chemistry is a well-regarded book with solid critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 67/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in feminism, 1960s, chemistry.