| Extraordinary Women Package Contributor(s): Burgan, Michael (Author), Chambers, Catherine (Author), Doak, Robin (Author) |
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ISBN: 1410959554 ISBN-13: 9781410959553 Publisher: Raintree OUR PRICE: $50.75 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Women |
| Series: Extraordinary Women |
| Physical Information: 1.2" H x 5.8" W x 8.2" (1.75 lbs) 336 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: What makes some famous women extraordinary? Read this series to find out. Each title explores a respected female figure's childhood, education, and her road to her accomplishments. Read about others' views on these women's lives, how life has changed for women in similar fields, and how these figures have broken boundaries. |
Contributor Bio(s): Chambers, Catherine: - Catherine Chambers was born in Adelaide, Australia, and was brought up in the UK. She has written about 120 books for children and young adults on all kinds of subjects, including history, biographies, science and the arts.Burgan, Michael: - Michael Burgan has written numerous books for children and young adults during his nearly 20 years as a freelance writer. Many of his books have focused on U.S. history, geography, and the lives of world leaders. Michael has won several awards for his writing, and his graphic novel version of the classic tale Frankenstein (Stone Arch Books) was a Junior Library Guild selection. Michael graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor's degree in history. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with his cat, Callie.Hunter, Nick: - Nick Hunter has written more than 30 books for young people. He has a degree in Modern History and specializes in writing about history and social studies. Nick enjoys all aspects of pop culture, particularly music from the 1950s to the present day. Before becoming an author, Nick worked in educational publishing for many years. He lives in Oxford, UK with his wife and two sons. |