Best Inventions By Women - April 2024

Girls Think of Everything: Stories of Ingenious Inventions by Women

In kitchens and living rooms, in garages and labs and basements, even in converted chicken coops, women and girls have invented ingenious innovations that have made our lives simpler and better. Their creations are some of the most enduring (the windshield wiper) and best loved (the chocolate chip cookie). What inspired these women, and just how did they turn their ideas into realities? Features women inventors Ruth Wakefield, Mary Anderson, Stephanie Kwolek, Bette Nesmith Graham, Patsy O. Sherman, Ann Moore, Grace Murray Hopper, Margaret E. Knight, Jeanne Lee Crews, and Valerie L. Thomas, as ... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0618195637
• UPC: 046442195638
• ASIN: 0618195637
• ISBN: 0618195637
• Brand: HMH Books for Young Readers
• Manufacturer: HMH Books for Young Readers

The Only Woman in the Room: A Novel

The New York Times and USA Today Bestseller! She possessed a stunning beauty. She also possessed a stunning mind. Could the world handle both?Her beauty almost certainly saved her from the rising Nazi party and led to marriage with an Austrian arms dealer. Underestimated in everything else, she overheard the Third Reich's plans while at her husband's side, understanding more than anyone would guess. She devised a plan to flee in disguise from their castle, and the whirlwind escape landed her in Hollywood. She became Hedy Lamarr, screen star.But she kept a secret more shocking than her heritage... [Read More]

• ASIN: B07FDHF7PH
• ASIN: B07FDHF7PH
• Manufacturer: Sourcebooks Landmark

Hedy's Folly: The Life and Breakthrough Inventions of Hedy Lamarr, the Most Beautiful Woman in the World

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Richard Rhodes delivers a remarkable story of science history: how a ravishing film star and an avant-garde composer invented spread-spectrum radio, the technology that made wireless phones, GPS systems, and many other devices possible. Beginning at a Hollywood dinner table, Hedy's Folly tells a wild story of innovation that culminates in U.S. patent number 2,292,387 for a "secret communication system." Along the way Rhodes weaves together Hollywood’s golden era, the history of Vienna, 1920s Paris, weapons design, music, a tutorial on patent law and a brief tre... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0307742954
• ASIN: 0307742954
• ISBN: 0307742954
• Brand: Vintage Books
• Manufacturer: Vintage

Girls Think of Everything: Stories of Ingenious Inventions by Women

This updated edition of the bestselling Girls Think of Everything, by Sibert-winner Catherine Thimmesh and Caldecott Honor winner Melissa Sweet, retains all the integrity of the original but includes expanded coverage of inventions (and inventors) to better reflect our diverse and technological world. In kitchens and living rooms, in garages and labs and basements, even in converted chicken coops, women and girls have invented ingenious innovations that have made our lives simpler and better. What inspired these girls, and just how did they turn their ideas into realities?      Retaining r... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1328772535
• ASIN: 1328772535
• ISBN: 1328772535
• Brand: HMH Books for Young Readers
• Manufacturer: HMH Books for Young Readers

Women of Invention: Life-Changing Ideas by Remarkable Women (Oxford People)

Hypatia was a Greek mathematician, astronomer, and philosopher who invented the hydrometer in about 400 AD. Described as a charismatic teacher, she was seen as an evil symbol of the pagan science of learning and she was eventually murdered by Christian zealots. For many women in years gone by, the invention process was fraught with danger and difficulty. Not only did they face the hardship and obstacles of inventing, they also had to contend with the sexism and gender discrimination of a male world that believed women had nothing to contribute. Scientific women came to the fore with momentous ... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0785835008
• ASIN: 0785835008
• ISBN: 0785835008
• Manufacturer: Chartwell Books

The Invention of Wings: With Notes (Oprah's Book Club 2.0 3)

• ASIN: B00H58VGIA
• ASIN: B00H58VGIA
• Manufacturer: Viking

First Lessons: A Strong Woman in the Middle Ages (A Medieval Tale Book 1)

More than 180,000 books sold. A bestseller in the categories of Time Travel Romance, Medieval Romance, Norse & Viking Myth & Legend, and 10 more. 450+ reviews and an huge fanbase all over the world. Enjoy the complete series by a bestselling Amazon author right now!Aliya is a medical school graduate gifted with both smarts and an athletic body. Her life seems perfect…until she finds herself in a fatal car accident. Instead of dying, however, she wakes up in a completely different body in the middle of a half-ruined castle during alternate medieval times. Confused and dismayed, Aliya realizes... [Read More]

• ASIN: B079318YMX
• ASIN: B079318YMX
• Manufacturer: LitHunters Ltd.

The Book of Unusual Knowledge

The Book of Unusual Knowledge is a mammoth 704-page padded hardcover book crammed with a cornucopia of information some useful, others not so much but all of it completely captivating. It's perfect for anyone with a curious mind and a passion for learning.With quirky illustrations and a vast array of articles, anecdotes, lists, and games, this book will provide hours of fascinating reading. It will also expand your knowledge on a range of topics, including the animal kingdom, art, sports, technology, history, politics, the universe, and much, much more.Sample topics include: - Are plastic bags... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1450845800
• ASIN: 1450845800
• ISBN: 1450845800
• Brand: Publications International, Ltd.
• Manufacturer: Publications International, Ltd.

Brilliant Ideas From Wonderful Women: 15 incredible inventions from inspiring women!

Discover the stories behind 15 of the twentieth century's key inventions in this fun and informative treasury of trailblazing women, who each made a unique contribution to the history of science and technology. Car heaters…Monopoly…Disposable diapers…The dishwasher…Kevlar…Maritime flares… Anti-reflective glass…Wifi…Syringes…Submarine periscopes…Diagnostic tests…Lifeboats…Windshield wipers…Ebooks…What do each of these revolutionary inventions have in common? They were all pioneered by women! Each brilliant idea is presented with biographical information about the bri... [Read More]

• ASIN: 178603705X
• ASIN: 178603705X
• ISBN: 178603705X
• Manufacturer: Wide Eyed Editions

The Invention of Everything Else

• ASIN: B000SH64PK
• ASIN: B000SH64PK
• Manufacturer: Mariner Books

John Woman

A convention-defying novel by bestselling writer Walter Mosley, John Woman recounts the transformation of an unassuming boy named Cornelius Jones into John Woman, an unconventional history professor―while the legacy of a hideous crime lurks in the shadows. At twelve years old, Cornelius, the son of an Italian-American woman and an older black man from Mississippi named Herman, secretly takes over his father’s job at a silent film theater in New York’s East Village. Five years later, as Herman lives out his last days, he shares his wisdom with his son, explaining that the person who contr... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0802128416
• ASIN: 0802128416
• ISBN: 9780802128416
• Manufacturer: Atlantic Monthly Press

Washington Black: A novel

• ASIN: 0525521429
• ASIN: 0525521429
• ISBN: 0525521429
• Manufacturer: Knopf

The Woman in the Water: A Prequel to the Charles Lenox Series (Charles Lenox Mysteries)

This chilling new mystery in the USA Today bestselling series by Charles Finch takes readers back to Charles Lenox’s very first case and the ruthless serial killer who would set him on the course to become one of London’s most brilliant detectives.London, 1850: A young Charles Lenox struggles to make a name for himself as a detective…without a single case. Scotland Yard refuses to take him seriously and his friends deride him for attempting a profession at all. But when an anonymous writer sends a letter to the paper claiming to have committed the perfect crime―and promising to kill ag... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1250139465
• ASIN: 1250139465
• ISBN: 1250139465
• Manufacturer: Minotaur Books

Depend FIT-FLEX Incontinence Underwear for Women, Disposable, Maximum Absorbency, Blush, Medium (56 Count)

Reclaim and reconnect with what matters most in your life with Depend FIT-FLEX Women’s Incontinence Underwear providing Your Best Comfort and Protection Guaranteed.* Featuring a new beautiful blush color and three new feminine designs, this disposable underwear is ideal for bladder incontinence or postpartum underwear. Extremely soft, yet strong, material instantly locks in wetness and odors, helping to keep you dry and worry-free with Trusted Protection. A comfortable, underwear-like fit - the SureFit waistband helps keep the briefs in place and the form-fitting elastic strands provide a sm... [Read More]

• ASIN: B0792FNGZW
• ASIN: B0792FNGZW
• Brand: Depend
• Size: Medium (56 Count)
• Manufacturer: Kimberly-Clark Corp.

Medela Easy Expression Hands-Free Bustier, Black, X-Large

Medela's Easy Expression Bustier allows you to do other things while pumping. It's easy to wear and use, and can be worn on its own or over a nursing bra or camisole. Compatible with most electric breast pumps: Including Pump In Style, Freestyle, Symphony, Swing and Lactina to hold the breast shields securely in place while you pump. The comfortable cotton/spandex blend is machine washable, and available in black and white with sizes available that fits most moms. Authentic Medela spare parts are engineered, tested and approved to work specifically with your Medela breast pump. Non Medela spar... [Read More]

• ASIN: B002NV0VM6
• UPC: 795569797057
• ASIN: B002NV0VM6
• Brand: Medela
• Size: X-Large
• Manufacturer: Medela

Girls Think of Everything: Stories of Ingenious Inventions by Women

Tells the story of how women throughout the ages have responded to situations confronting them in daily life by inventing such items as correction fluid, space helmets, and disposable

• UPC: 1693602
• Rating: 3.9

Girls Think of Everything: Stories of Ingenious Inventions by Women (Hardcover)

This updated edition of the bestselling Girls Think of Everything, by Sibert-winner Catherine Thimmesh and Caldecott Honor winner Melissa Sweet, retains all the integrity of the original but includes expanded coverage of inventions (and inventors) to

• UPC: 691208797
• Rating: 3.8

Brilliant Ideas From Wonderful Women : 15 incredible inventions from inspiring women!

What do Monopoly, wifi, and lifeboats have in common? They were all invented by women! Brilliant Ideas From Wonderful Women tells the inspiring stories of 14 women and their important

• UPC: 697569494

Women of Invention : Life-Changing Ideas by Remarkable Women

150 remarkable women show that not only can invention no longer be described as "male dominated," but that a woman’s ingenuity will be driving the life-changing ideas of tomorrow’s world. Learn about incredible innovators like Sarah Guppy,

• UPC: 543629642

Feminine Ingenuity : Women and Invention in America

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• UPC: 39393705

Women in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed the World (Hardcover)

"A charmingly illustrated and educational book, "Women in Science" highlights the contributions of fifty notable women to the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from the ancient to the modern

• UPC: 50088949
• Rating: 5.0

The Greatest Science Stories Never Told : 100 Tales of Invention and Discovery to Astonish, Bewilder, & Stupefy

The author of the highly successful History Channel series "The Greatest Stories Never Told" returns with new historic tales, this time focusing on amazing science stories of discovery and

• UPC: 10933294
• Rating: 3.2

A Girl's Guide to Best Friends and Mean Girls

Presents a guide to Christian friendship for girls, explaining how to deal with feelings, bullying, and

• UPC: 22609568

Gorgeous Coloring Books for Girls : Adult Coloring Books Featuring Stress Relieving Designs for Girls. Best Coloring Gifts for Mom, Women, Girlfriends Everywhere!

Gorgeous Coloring Books For Girls: Adult Coloring books featuring stress relieving Designs for Girls. Best Coloring Gifts For Mom, Women, girlfriends Everywhere In this gorgeous Coloring Book For girls We bring to you Amazing &

• UPC: 53858367

God's Best for You : Devotional Inspiration for Women

You’re in for a unique and memorable reading experience with this brand-new devotional inspired by Hebrews 13:8: Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and

• UPC: 364979082