Maria Mitchell: The Soul of an Astonomer - Paperback
Maria Mitchell: The Soul of an Astonomer - Paperback
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by Beatrice Gormley (Author)
America's first female astronomer, Maria Mitchell, is explored in this inspiring biography for young readers.
The mid-1800s were a turbulent time, when women were often thought to be unworthy of higher education. However, Maria Mitchell rose above the prejudices of the day to become America's first professional woman astronomer.
This exciting biography from Beatrice Gormley tells the story of Mitchell's life, her amazing achievements, and her faith that saw God's handiwork in the heavens.
Includes black and white photographs.
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In the mid-1800s, a turbulent time when women were often thought to be unworthy of higher education, Maria Mitchell rose above the prejudices of the day to become America's first professional woman astronomer. This exciting biography tells the story of Maria Mitchell's life, her amazing achievements, and her faith that saw God's handiwork in the heavens.
"Gormley successfully paints a picture of a world that failed to mold Mitchell to its standards, focusing on the telling details that bring the story to life. Inspiring and incisive." -- "Kirkus Reviews"
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