--- product_id: 417503184 title: "Lessons in Chemistry: A Novel" price: "AED 98" currency: AED in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/417503184-lessons-in-chemistry-a-novel store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # Bestseller status 400+ pages STEM themes Lessons in Chemistry: A Novel **Price:** AED 98 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔬 Chemistry is more than a subject; it's a revolution! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Lessons in Chemistry: A Novel - **How much does it cost?** AED 98 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/417503184-lessons-in-chemistry-a-novel) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Critical Acclaim:** Join the conversation with a book that’s making waves. - • **Engaging Narrative:** A story that blends humor with heart. - • **Cultural Commentary:** Explore societal norms through a scientific lens. - • **Unforgettable Characters:** Meet a heroine who defies the odds. - • **Empowerment through Science:** Dive into a world where chemistry meets courage. ## Overview Lessons in Chemistry is a captivating novel that follows the journey of a female chemist in the 1960s, challenging societal norms while navigating her career and personal life. With over 400 pages of engaging storytelling, it combines humor, empowerment, and critical commentary on gender roles in science. ## Description #1 GLOBAL BESTSELLER WITH MORE THAN 8 MILLION COPIES SOLD • Meet Elizabeth Zott: “a gifted research chemist, absurdly self-assured and immune to social convention” ( The Washington Post ) in 1960s California whose career takes a detour when she becomes the unlikely star of a beloved TV cooking show. • STREAM ON APPLE TV+ This novel is “irresistible, satisfying and full of fuel” ( The New York Times Book Review ) and “witty, sometimes hilarious...the Catch-22 of early feminism” (Stephen King, via Twitter). A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: The New York Times, Washington Post, NPR, Oprah Daily, Entertainment Weekly, Newsweek Chemist Elizabeth Zott is not your average woman. In fact, Elizabeth Zott would be the first to point out that there is no such thing as an average woman. But it’s the early 1960s and her all-male team at Hastings Research Institute takes a very unscientific view of equality. Except for one: Calvin Evans; the lonely, brilliant, Nobel–prize nominated grudge-holder who falls in love with—of all things—her mind. True chemistry results. But like science, life is unpredictable. Which is why a few years later Elizabeth Zott finds herself not only a single mother, but the reluctant star of America’s most beloved cooking show Supper at Six . Elizabeth’s unusual approach to cooking (“combine one tablespoon acetic acid with a pinch of sodium chloride”) proves revolutionary. But as her following grows, not everyone is happy. Because as it turns out, Elizabeth Zott isn’t just teaching women to cook. She’s daring them to change the status quo. Laugh-out-loud funny, shrewdly observant, and studded with a dazzling cast of supporting characters, Lessons in Chemistry is as original and vibrant as its protagonist. Review: The Top Book of 2022 - I join a long list of reviewers who give this book 5 enthusiastic stars. Like these reviewers, I, too, was drawn deeply into this quirky and charming book. I also immediately contacted one of my reader friends to exhort them- “you gotta read this book!” This is truly a special story. I will say though, that the cover mislead me and I can’t imagine that the main character, Elizabeth Zott, would have approved of it. Yes, it’s attractive, but the cover made me think this was a rom-com. Elizabeth would never read, yet alone appear, in a romantic comedy. Character driven, with a bit of magical realism, this book is about Elizabeth, chemist, mother, tv star. As fascinating as Elizabeth is, it’s the dog in the story who steals the show and who truly keeps his human family going. Another unforgettable character is Elizabeth’s young daughter, “Mad”. She seems like a genius, but according to Elizabeth, she is not- she’s just well-taught (by Elizabeth). Most reviewers mention these three characters only, but let’s not forget several other endearing characters: Elizabeth’s interfering but stalwart neighbor, Elizabeth’s TV boss, and Wakely the minister. OK, I’ll also give a shout-out to Elizabeth’s obstetrician and all the rowers. And then there’s Evan. With humor, wit, heart, and earnest naivety, Elizabeth takes on the world of the 1950’s-60 in California. She is a chemist, who knocks out her kitchen to make a lab, and who brews coffee in a twenty-step process using a Bunsen burner. Not surprisingly, her world is not ready for an independent, scientific, slightly off-kilter woman. As you read, you may get caught up in the wit and humor, and Elizabeth’s whirl as a TV cooking show host is fabulous. But there are serious themes in this book. Many reviewers mention the discrimination of women, but hardly any mention the criticism of God and religion. I also agree that this book deserves to be a top book of 2022. Highly recommended! Thanks to NetGalley and Doubleday Books for the advance digital review copy. This is my honest review. Review: Bookclub loved it. - Good book! ## Features - #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER GMA BOOK CLUB PICK Meet Elizabeth Zott: “a gifted research chemist, absurdly self-assured and immune to social convention” (The Washington Post) in 1960s California whose career takes a detour when she becomes the unlikely star of a beloved TV cooking show. APPLE TV+ SERIES COMING LATER THIS YEAR ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #15,379 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #21 in Humorous Fiction #87 in Literary Fiction (Books) #393 in Mothers & Children Fiction | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 11,884 Reviews | ## Images ![Lessons in Chemistry: A Novel - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71dQACXhz6L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Top Book of 2022 *by J***R on April 11, 2022* I join a long list of reviewers who give this book 5 enthusiastic stars. Like these reviewers, I, too, was drawn deeply into this quirky and charming book. I also immediately contacted one of my reader friends to exhort them- “you gotta read this book!” This is truly a special story. I will say though, that the cover mislead me and I can’t imagine that the main character, Elizabeth Zott, would have approved of it. Yes, it’s attractive, but the cover made me think this was a rom-com. Elizabeth would never read, yet alone appear, in a romantic comedy. Character driven, with a bit of magical realism, this book is about Elizabeth, chemist, mother, tv star. As fascinating as Elizabeth is, it’s the dog in the story who steals the show and who truly keeps his human family going. Another unforgettable character is Elizabeth’s young daughter, “Mad”. She seems like a genius, but according to Elizabeth, she is not- she’s just well-taught (by Elizabeth). Most reviewers mention these three characters only, but let’s not forget several other endearing characters: Elizabeth’s interfering but stalwart neighbor, Elizabeth’s TV boss, and Wakely the minister. OK, I’ll also give a shout-out to Elizabeth’s obstetrician and all the rowers. And then there’s Evan. With humor, wit, heart, and earnest naivety, Elizabeth takes on the world of the 1950’s-60 in California. She is a chemist, who knocks out her kitchen to make a lab, and who brews coffee in a twenty-step process using a Bunsen burner. Not surprisingly, her world is not ready for an independent, scientific, slightly off-kilter woman. As you read, you may get caught up in the wit and humor, and Elizabeth’s whirl as a TV cooking show host is fabulous. But there are serious themes in this book. Many reviewers mention the discrimination of women, but hardly any mention the criticism of God and religion. I also agree that this book deserves to be a top book of 2022. Highly recommended! Thanks to NetGalley and Doubleday Books for the advance digital review copy. This is my honest review. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bookclub loved it. *by J***L on April 28, 2026* Good book! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Charming *by D***D on May 6, 2023* What do you do when you’re a female scientist in the 1960s, and every deck is stacked against you? You row. You cook. You fight. Elizabeth Zott is a chemist, a TV show personality, and a single mom. The social norms of the day mean that so many people - especially men - look at her a certain way. The only thing for Elizabeth to do is use her chemist’s brain to claim her life for herself. This book is a complete delight. It reads like a Wes Anderson movie - smart, funny, charming, and quirky. Elizabeth Zott is my new hero! I love that she is nothing if not true to herself and her beliefs and never kowtows to a man for anything. The supporting characters in this book - even the nasty ones - are entertaining and well-written. My favorite character besides Elizabeth is her dog Six-Thirty who must know well over 1,000 words by now. Elizabeth takes all her strengths and uses them to survive - to soar - in a man’s world. Her story is sometimes brutal, sometimes poignant, and sometimes bold. She’s a role model for the ages, and I applaud her. Bonnie Garmus has written a masterpiece. Her writing is powerful, witty, and emotional in the right places. I highly recommend Lessons in Chemistry. Let me know when you’ve read it - I’d love to discuss! ## Frequently Bought Together - Lessons in Chemistry: A Novel - The Women: A Novel - Remarkably Bright Creatures: A Read with Jenna Pick --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ae/products/417503184-lessons-in-chemistry-a-novel](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/417503184-lessons-in-chemistry-a-novel) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-06-06*