Lucy Jane Santos presents the surprising history of radium in everyday life.
Lucy Jane Santos Books
Lucy Jane Santos is an expert in the history of 20th-century leisure, health, and beauty, with a particular fascination for the cultural history of radioactivity. She writes and speaks extensively about cocktails and radium, delving into the intriguing and often overlooked aspects of this era. Through her work, she uncovers how seemingly innocuous interests became woven into the broader cultural and societal fabric. Her approach offers a unique perspective on how scientific discoveries shaped daily life and personal care practices.


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- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading