"A picture book biography of astronomer and comet-finder Caroline Herschel, the first woman in the world to be paid to be a scientist"--
Pamela S. Turner Orden de los libros
Desde joven, esta autora sintió un profundo amor por los libros y los animales, una pasión que la guió en sus exploraciones. Sus experiencias estudiando en Kenia, viajando por África y viviendo en diversos países como Filipinas, Japón y Sudáfrica moldearon profundamente su perspectiva. Tras una carrera en asuntos internacionales y salud pública, se dedicó a la escritura, inspirada por la historia japonesa de Hachiko. Su obra a menudo profundiza en la ciencia y la naturaleza, reflejando una fascinación de por vida por el reino animal y el mundo submarino que explora con entusiasmo a través del buceo.
- 2024
- 2022
How to Build a Human
- 176 páginas
- 7 horas de lectura
The epic story of our evolution in seven big steps! How did we become who we are? With trademark wit, acclaimed science writer Pamela S. Turner breaks down human evolution into the seven most important steps leading to Homo sapiens. How, when, and why did we: 1.stand up, 2.smash rocks, 3.get swelled heads, 4.take a hike, 5.invent barbecue, 6.start talking (and never shut up), and 7.become storytellers? This fascinating, wickedly funny account of our evolutionary journey turns science into an irresistible story. Vetted by experts at the Smithsonian's Human Origins Program, the book also features incredibly detailed portraits by celebrated paleo-artist John Gurche that bring our early ancestors to life.
- 2020
Crow Smarts
- 80 páginas
- 3 horas de lectura
Bird brain is a compliment when you learn that New Caledonia crows can outsmart scientists! Engaging narrative nonfiction coupled with beautiful photographs makes for an excellent addition to the award-winning Scientists in the Field series.
- 2011
A capitivating and beautifully photographed Scientists in the Field title about a man trying to discover the effects pesticides have on frogs and, in turn, on us.