This book is part of the "From Small to Great" series, which helps children and adults discover the life stories of important people from world history. Each book shows how a young person with big dreams grew into a strong person with big ideas.
When Marie Curie was young and wanted to study, she was not allowed to because she was a woman. Later, her scientific discoveries were respected worldwide.
Marie became the first female doctor of science and the first female professor at the University of Paris. She was also the first person in history to win a Nobel Prize twice. Marie is considered the most inspiring woman in modern science.
Product information:
Author: Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara
Illustrator: Frau Isa
Series: Little People, BIG DREAMS
Publisher: The Four Winds
Binding: hardcover
Number of pages: 36
Dimensions: 24.6x20cm
Age: 6+
Topics: strong woman, history, biography