Patently Female Author:Ethlie Ann Vare, Greg Ptacek, Ethlie Ann Vare, Greg Ptacek Discover the trials & triumphs of great female inventors Astrolabe — Automatic Dishwasher — Barbie® Doll — Buffered Aspirin — COBOL — Cotton Gin — Disposable Phone — Drip Coffeemaker — Fabric Softener Sheets — Hang Glider — IV Fluids — Jell-O® — Kevlar® — Mars Rover — Nystatin — PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) — Protease Inhibitors — Rolfing — Sm... more »allpox Variolation
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The New York Times Book Review "It is the wide spectrum of female humanity and ability in this book that makes it an especially valuable addition to the growing popular library on the accomplishments and work lives of women."
Los Angeles Times "An informative collection of talent, trivia, and history, Mothers of Invention will interest most anyone. More importantly, though, it will serve to inspire girls and women of all ages. For that reason, it belongs on the shelves of schools and public libraries everywhere."
Tampa Tribune "Wonderful .A book to be dipped into and sampled at ones leisure."
The Chicago Biweekly "This fascinating volume will find a place in the browsing sections of both adult and YA collections recommended."
Library Journal One of the "Best Books for Young Adults,"