Our Hideous Progeny Elsa Morante In this wondrously unusual memoir

In this wondrously unusual memoir

And how do you decide how much you're willing to risk

precise mentor who seemed immune to the turmoil of the times

And where exactly are the Hanging Gardens of Babylon

illicit literature was so pervasive in Poland that censorship broke down: the Iron Curtain soon followed

Our Hideous Progeny Elsa Morante In this wondrously unusual memoirA gripping Gothic tale of grief and ambition, passion and intrigue. Jess Kidd, author of The Night Ship An immersive blend of historical and science fiction brims with surprises and dark delights. . . . An incisive exploration of women's rights within the field of science. . . . Readers will revel in Mary's personal and scientific discoveries and root for her to succeed in an unfair world. Publishers Weekly (starred review) A LAMBDA Literary finalist