Set in early 1960s Southern California, the novel centers on Elizabeth Zott, a chemist who faces systemic sexism in her scientific career. After being fired, she becomes a reluctant start of cooking show, where she applies her scientific knowledge to cooking, subtly educating her audience and challenging traditional gender roles. The story explores themes of feminism, resilience, and the pursuit of equality. Bix 16

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