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School Library Journal
Reviewed on September 1, 2009
Gr 1-4 Considered the father of ecology and a member of the first crew to travel deep into the sea in a Bathysphere, Beebe was, at the time of his live radio broadcast from beneath the sea in 1932, a household name. Focusing on his childhood activities, his success as a very young man, and his best-known achievements, Sheldon keeps the book brief and fast moving. India ink gives a period feel to the l...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2009
Sheldon enthusiastically highlights naturalist William Beebe's contributions to scientific exploration and interpretation. His work included observation of anima...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Junior Library Guild
Reviewed on July 1, 2009
Young nature lovers will first be drawn in by David Sheldon’s bright, atmospheric, and engaging depictions of jungle creatures, New England wildlife, and ocean animals. Then Sheldon’s clear writing style and carefully selected details will compel youngsters to keep reading about the man who once wrote, “To be a naturalist is better than to be a king.” Page by page, Sheldon lays out Willia...Log In or Sign Up to Read More