It seemed like such a good idea. Madame Curie was interested only in science but she knew that every so often she would be required to attend receptions or accept awards, so she purchased a basic black dress which she wore for the rest of her life, but only for special occasions. When I was young and reading her biography, I was charmed with the idea. Such a sensible thing to do. Now a new biography has been published and although I read a review of the book, I will not read it. First of all, I have read two books in my life telling of the life of Madame Curie. In addition, this new book seems loaded with interpretation, with the view of a modern woman.
But I enjoyed being reminded that Madame Curie won two Nobel prizes, and one of her daughters and her husband won one too. Both are records. She was a remarkable woman and I am pleased that the modern women are paying her some attention. But I won't read the new book.
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