Comet Chaser :The True Cinderella Story of Caroline Herschel, the First Professional Woman Astronomer
Comet Chaser :The True Cinderella Story of Caroline Herschel, the First Professional Woman Astronomer
hardback
Published:
11 April, 2024
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Description
Comet Chaser is the thrilling and beautifully illustrated biography of a woman who made a lifetime of incredible contributions to science. She was the first woman to discover a comet, the first officially recognized in a scientific role, and the first to be given a Gold Medal by the Royal Astronomical Society.
In a day when girls were barely educated at all, Caroline Herschel's father taught her math and music . . . until, suddenly, he died. Her mother saw her as little more than a household servant. Caroline might have been doomed to a life of drudgery and dimness if not for her brother, who took her from Germany to England. There they started looking for comets, and building telescopes in their free time, gradually making them larger and larger. Their many discoveries brought the great astronomers of the day to their doorstep, where they found that the Herschels had made the best telescopes of their time.
From household drudge to belle of the scientific ball, Caroline Herschel won international prizes never before awarded to a woman and earned a professional wage from the king. She and her discoveries remain as stunning today as they were then. In this delightfully imaginative retelling of Caroline's career, her fairy godmother is none other than her own bright intelligence, hard work, and passion for science.
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9781452145433 |
| ISBN10 | 1452145431 |
| Number Of Pages | 60 |
| Item Weight | 240 g |
| Product Dimensions | 241 x 267 x 11 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Chronicle Books |
| Format | hardback |
Media Reviews
“Turner’s well-researched text gives readers insights into eighteenth-century European society as well as the history of astronomy and the personal challenges faced by Caroline Herschel. The many dark, impressionistic paintings illustrate her struggles particularly well. This picture-book biography presents a… vivid account of Caroline Herschel’s notable life.” — Booklist
“Turner tells the amazing story of Caroline Herschel, a pioneering woman in STEM. Mildenberger’s painted illustrations have a historical feeling and…bring scenes to life.” — The Horn Book Magazine
“An important historical personality receives deserved attention in this fine account.” — Kirkus Reviews
“…Herschel shines as a figure of resilience—and brilliance. The creative team compels with this portrayal of empowerment through vocation.” — Publishers Weekly
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Author's Bio
Pamela S. Turner is the author of award-winning books for children and young adults, including How to Build a Human: In Seven Evolutionary Steps (an ALA Notable Book), Samurai Rising: The Epic Life of Minamoto Yoshitsune (a YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction finalist); as well as Crow Smarts: Inside the Brain of the World's Brightest Bird and The Frog Scientist, both winners of the AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books. She lives in Oakland, California.
Vivien Mildenberger is a part of the Warren, an artists' studio where she works on illustrations, pottery, and other general magic-making. She loves illustrating for children most of all and has worked on many award-winning books, including the Robert F. Sibert Honor winner All In a Drop. She lives on a lovely farm just outside Nashville, Tennessee.