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Josephine and Her Dishwashing Machine: Josephine Cochrane's Bright Invention Makes a Splash
Kate Hannigan
Illustrator: Sarah Green
Ages: 6+
Published: 2023
Publisher: Calkins Creek/Astra BFYR/Astra Publishing House
ISBN: 978-1-63592-621-7
Keywords: patents, reworking, Columbian Exposition, The Garis-Cochrane Dish Washing Machine Company
In 1893, despite facing gender discrimination, a woman determined to alleviate the drudgery of a household chore won recognition for her invention. Colorful sketches and diagrams. Back matter.