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Caroline'S Comets: A True Story
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With Courage And Confidence, Caroline Herschel (17501848) Becomes The First Woman Professional Scientist And One Of The Greatest Astronomers Who Ever Lived.Born The Youngest Daughter Of A Poor Family In Hanover, Germany, Caroline Was Scarred From Smallpox, Stunted From Typhus, And Used By Her Parents As A Scullery Maid. But When Her Favorite Brother, William, Left For England, He Took Her With Him. The Siblings Shared A Passion For Stars, And Together They Built The Greatest Telescope Of Their Age, Working Tirelessly On Star Charts.Using Their Telescope, Caroline Discovered Fourteen Nebulae And Two Galaxies, Was The First Woman To Discover A Comet, And Became The First Woman Officially Employed As A Scientistby No Less Than The King Of England. The Information From The Herschels' Star Catalogs Is Still Used By Space Agencies Today.The Book Includes Excerpts From Caroline Herschel'S Autobiography.A 2018 Nstacbc Outstanding Science Trade Book For Students K12.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What age group is 'Caroline's Comets: A True Story' suitable for? A: 'Caroline's Comets: A True Story' is suitable for students K-12, making it ideal for young readers interested in science and astronomy.
- Q: What is the main theme of the book? A: The main theme of the book is the life and achievements of Caroline Herschel, highlighting her courage and contributions to astronomy as the first woman professional scientist.
- Q: Is 'Caroline's Comets' available in different formats? A: 'Caroline's Comets' is available in hardcover format, which is durable and well-suited for young readers.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Caroline's Comets: A True Story' has 40 pages, making it a concise read for children.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Emily Arnold McCully, known for her contributions to children's literature.
- Q: When was 'Caroline's Comets' published? A: 'Caroline's Comets: A True Story' was published on February 28, 2017.
- Q: What are some key features of the book? A: The book includes illustrations and excerpts from Caroline Herschel's autobiography, enriching the reader's understanding of her life and work.
- Q: Is this book recognized or awarded? A: 'Caroline's Comets' is recognized as a 2018 NSTA-CBC Outstanding Science Trade Book for Students K-12, highlighting its educational value.
- Q: What subject does this book fall under? A: 'Caroline's Comets: A True Story' falls under the category of Aeronautics & Space, focusing on astronomy and science history.
- Q: What condition is the book in when purchased? A: 'Caroline's Comets' is sold as a new item, ensuring that readers receive a pristine copy.