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Anticipated follow-up to PEACE AND ME
Written by ALI WINTER | Illustrated by MICKAËL EL FATHI
Discover some of the inspirational men and women who have received Nobel Prizes in Physics, Chemistry and Medicine from 1901 to the present day, among them Marie Curie, Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin and Donna Strickland. A glimpse into the often surprising lives and sometimes accidental discoveries of a group of extraordinary scientists, this fascinating collection shows that the science you learn at school really can change the world.
A BookTrust Book of the Month
'Winter and El Fathi give a satisfying flavor of the work that guided scientific and moral compasses, while highlighting aspects of the scientists’ personal histories.' – The New York Times
'This beautifully presented book invites young readers to consider the values of science and how it carries the potential to change the world for the better.' - Mat Tobin, children's book reviewer
'Rich material for readers seeking scientific role models who made differences both in and beyond the lab' – Kirkus Reviews
'I really like how this book encourages the reader to be strong in overcoming obstacles. You never know what you might achieve with hard work and compassion' – Amazon Reviewer, 5 stars
Praise for Peace and Me:
Amnesty International endorses this book because it shows how standing up for other people makes the world a better, more peaceful place.
USBBY OUTSTANDING INTERNATIONAL BOOK
Blue Peter Book Awards, Best Book with Facts longlist
Times Education Supplement Top Children's Books
'A beautifully executed, powerful book. A remarkable addition to illustrated biography collections' – School Library Journal, STARRED
'This book is full of people who have striven to improve the lives of others and have consequently left a legacy years after their death. This is a brilliant book for anyone who loves discovering more about important figures in history' – BookTrust
'Fascinating, beautiful and moving in equal measure' – The Book Activist
