Eileen Pollack est célébrée pour ses œuvres incisives qui explorent souvent les relations complexes entre la science, la technologie et l'expérience humaine. Son écriture se caractérise par une observation pointue et une capacité à découvrir de profondes vérités émotionnelles dans des contextes inattendus. Pollack aborde les questions éthiques et philosophiques qui découlent de notre monde de plus en plus technologisé. Ses récits sont appréciés pour leur intelligence et une voix distinctive qui pousse les lecteurs à contempler la nature de la réalité et notre place en son sein.
Renowned for its compelling narrative, this work showcases a unique American voice that has captured the attention of Stephen King. The story delves into themes of resilience and creativity, highlighting the struggles and triumphs of its characters. With a rich setting and intricate plot, it invites readers to explore the depths of human experience and the power of storytelling. This book promises to resonate with those who appreciate profound character development and engaging prose.
"Eileen Pollack had grown up in the 1960s and 70s dreaming of a career as a theoretical astrophysicist. Denied the chance to take advanced courses in science and math, she nonetheless made her way to Yale, where, despite finding herself far behind the men in her classes, she went on to graduate, summa cum laude, with honors, as one of the university's first two women to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in physics. And yet, isolated, lacking in confidence, starved for encouragement, she abandoned her ambition to become a physicist. Years later, Pollack revisited her reasons for walking away from the career she once had coveted. She spent six years interviewing her former teachers and classmates and dozens of other women who had dropped out before completing their degrees in science. In addition, Pollack talked to experts in the field of gender studies and reviewed the most up-to-date research that seeks to document why women and minorities underperform in STEM fields. Girls who study science and math are still belittled and teased by their male peers and teachers, even by other girls. They are led to think that any interest or achievement in science or math will diminish their popularity. They are still being steered away from advanced courses in technical fields, while deeply entrenched stereotypes lead them to see themselves as less talented than their male classmates, a condition that causes them to fulfill such expectations and perform more poorly than the boys sitting beside them."-- Provided by publisher
Obsessed with uncovering the genetic marker for Valentine's disease, young MIT researcher Jane Weiss is determined to avoid romantic relationships to prevent becoming a burden. However, her plans change when she unexpectedly falls for her future stepbrother, Willie, who also has a connection to the disease. As Jane navigates her groundbreaking research and her feelings for Willie, she must confront the potential implications of her discoveries on their lives and her future.
Professor Maxine Sayers once found her personal and professional life so fulfilling that she founded the Institute of Future Studies, a program dedicated to studying the effects of technology on our culture and finding ways to prolong human life. But when her beloved husband dies, she is so devastated she can barely get out of bed. To make matters worse, her son, Zach, has abruptly quit his job in Silicon Valley and been out of contact for seven months. Maxine is jolted from her grief by her sudden suspicion that a favorite former student (and a former close friend of her son) might be a terrorist called the Technobomber and that Zach might either be involved in or become a victim of this extremist’s bombing. Deserting her teaching responsibilities, her ailing mother, and an appealing suitor, Maxine feels compelled to set out and search for her son in order to warn and protect him, even as she knows she should report her suspicions to the FBI to prevent greater carnage.
Exploring the intricate and diverse landscape of America, the narrative reveals that the nation consists of numerous distinct regions, each with its own unique identity. It delves into the complexities of cultural, social, and political divisions that exist within these areas, highlighting how these microcosms reflect broader themes of identity and belonging. The text invites readers to reconsider their understanding of America as a singular entity, showcasing the rich tapestry of communities that contribute to its character.
The narrative follows Eileen, a precocious girl navigating the challenges of being smart and female in 1960s upstate New York. Her journey unfolds from a restrictive rural high school to Yale, highlighting societal expectations and gender biases she faces, including being overlooked in advanced courses and later, in her marriage. Through autobiographical essays, Pollack employs humor to explore themes of inequality, human connection, and resilience, ultimately portraying her ongoing quest for love and acceptance in a world slowly evolving towards equality.
