The Librarian Who Measured the Earth

Type

Book

Authors

Kathryn Lasky

ISBN 10

0316515264

ISBN 13

9780316515269

Tags

Ancient, Ancient Civilizations, Math, Books & Libraries, Astronomy & Space, Science & Technology

Description

A perfect introduction to mathematical concepts for young readers, written by a Newbery honor-winning author! This colorfully illustrated biography of the Greek philosopher and scientist Eratosthenes, who compiled the first geography book and accurately measured the globe's circumference, is just right for budding mathematicians, scientists, historians, and librarians! Filled with fascinating details about Eratosthenes's world (and in print since 1994), kids are sure to flip through the pages time and again. - from Amzon

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