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Jeannine Atkins

    Jeannine Atkins crea narrativas convincentes que iluminan las vidas y los logros de personas notables, centrándose a menudo en mujeres que han realizado contribuciones significativas a la ciencia y las matemáticas. Su obra explora el espíritu de indagación y la búsqueda persistente del conocimiento, sacando a la luz historias de descubrimiento que de otro modo podrían pasarse por alto. La escritura de Atkins se caracteriza por su estilo atractivo y su capacidad para hacer que los temas complejos sean accesibles e inspiradores. Tiene un don para revelar el elemento humano detrás de los avances intelectuales, haciendo que sus sujetos sean identificables y sus viajes cautivadores para los lectores.

    Stone Mirrors: The Sculpture and Silence of Edmonia Lewis
    BORROWED NAMES
    Hidden Powers
    Grasping Mysteries
    Aani and the Tree Huggers
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    • Aani and the Tree Huggers

      • 32 páginas
      • 2 horas de lectura

      Set in a rural Indian village, the story follows a young girl who becomes a catalyst for change, rallying the women in her community to protect their cherished forest. Through her determination and leadership, she ignites a movement that emphasizes the importance of environmental conservation and the empowerment of women. The narrative highlights themes of resilience, community, and the deep connection between people and nature, showcasing how one individual's passion can inspire collective action for a greater cause.

      Aani and the Tree Huggers
    • Learn about seven groundbreaking women in math and science in this gorgeously written biographical novel-in-verse.

      Grasping Mysteries
    • A beautifully moving biographical novel in verse from acclaimed author Jeannine Atkins about Lise Meitner, the groundbreaking woman physicist who discovered nuclear fission.

      Hidden Powers
    • BORROWED NAMES

      • 220 páginas
      • 8 horas de lectura

      The book explores the collaboration between Laura Ingalls Wilder and her daughter Rose, who transformed Laura's childhood experiences of traveling the prairie in a covered wagon into the cherished Little House series. It highlights their creative partnership and the enduring impact of these stories on American literature, capturing the essence of pioneer life and family bonds.

      BORROWED NAMES
    • Set in the post-Civil War era, the story follows a unique sculptor of mixed Native American and African American heritage. This character navigates the complexities of identity and artistry during a transformative period in American history. The narrative is highlighted by its poetic prose and emotional depth, offering readers a profound exploration of race, culture, and the power of creativity.

      Stone Mirrors: The Sculpture and Silence of Edmonia Lewis
    • Little Woman in Blue: A Novel of May Alcott

      • 329 páginas
      • 12 horas de lectura

      A fictionalized account of a real-life rivalry between two sisters who crave wealth, fame, and travel at a time when women are expected to be content with a humble home life: May and Louisa Alcott.

      Little Woman in Blue: A Novel of May Alcott