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The Steam Queens: A Literary Journey Through the Lives of Extraordinary Women Engineers

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In a world where women have historically been underrepresented in the field of engineering, the stories of these six trailblazing women are a source of inspiration and empowerment. The Steam Queens is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of engineering, the role of women in STEM, or the power of human ingenuity.

The Six Steam Queens

The book profiles six women engineers who made significant contributions to the field during the 19th and early 20th centuries. These women include:

The STEAM Queens

by Gillian Bradshaw

4.9 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	48 pages
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Emily Roebling, who supervised the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge after her husband, the chief engineer, was injured
Elmina Wilson, the first woman to graduate from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a degree in civil engineering
Lillian Gilbreth, an industrial engineer who pioneered the field of time and motion studies
Katharine Blodgett, a physicist and chemist who invented the non-reflective glass used in telescopes and microscopes
Grace Hopper, a computer scientist who developed the first compiler for a computer programming language
Helen Greiner, a roboticist who co-founded iRobot, the company that produces the Roomba vacuum cleaner

Their Stories

The Steam Queens tells the stories of these women in vivid detail, drawing on their letters, diaries, and other primary sources. Bradshaw brings these women to life, showing their struggles and triumphs, their passions and their dreams. The book is a testament to the power of the human spirit, and it is sure to inspire readers to pursue their own dreams, no matter how challenging they may seem.

Why Read The Steam Queens?

The Steam Queens is a book that will appeal to a wide range of readers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of engineering, the role of women in STEM, or the power of human ingenuity. The book is also a great choice for book clubs and discussion groups.

If you are looking for an inspiring and informative book that will stay with you long after you finish it, then The Steam Queens is the perfect book for you.

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The STEAM Queens

by Gillian Bradshaw

4.9 out of 5