Émilie du Châtelet, the Enlightenment Scientist

Content : Discover the tenacity of one of the first women to make her mark in science during the Enlightenment.

Émilie is a passionate woman. From a young age, she loved unraveling mathematical problems and understanding geometric theorems. She also enjoyed beautiful dresses and attending balls at the court of Versailles. She liked gambling and handsome men…One in particular captivates her: the famous Enlightenment philosopher Voltaire. Together, they share a bed, a laboratory, and their ideas. Will he be her ally in navigating the male-dominated world of science? Can Émilie du Châtelet live fully according to her passions?

A novel dedicated to a forgotten woman of history, a pioneer in the world of science. A story closely faithful to history, the result of the author’s extensive research.