Lessons in Chemistry

by Bonnie Garmus

“I’m not contagious,” she said, unfolding her hands. “I do not have cholera. No one will catch having a baby from me.” “You have a lot of nerve,” Donatti said. “You know very well women do not continue to work when pregnant. But you—you’re not only with child, you’re unwed. It’s disgraceful.” “Pregnancy is a normal condition. It is not disgraceful. It is how every human being starts.” “How dare you,” he said, his voice rising. “A woman telling me what pregnancy is. Who do you think you are?” She seemed surprised by the question. “A woman,” she said.

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