The Librarian Who Measured the Earth by ANON (English) Hardcover Book

Description: The Librarian Who Measured the Earth by ANON Describes the life and work of Eratosthenes, the Greek geographer and astronomer who accurately measured the circumference of the Earth. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher 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 globes circumference, is just right for budding mathematicians, scientists, historians, and librarians! Filled with fascinating details about Eratostheness world (and in print since 1994), kids are sure to flip through the pages time and again. Author Biography Kathryn Lasky has written a variety of books for children, including fiction, picture books, and many nonfiction books. She is the author of the Guardians of GaHoole series and several titles in the Dear America series, and her book Sugaring Time was awarded a Newbery Honor in 1983. In 1986 she received the Washington Post-Childrens Book Guild Award for the body of her nonfiction work. Kevin Hawkes has written and illustrated many books for young readers, including Library Lion and Then the Troll Heard a Squeak. In illustrating The Librarian Who Measured the Earth, he was inspired by the Greek landscape and light, as well as the challenge of bringing a subject like ancient history to life. Kevin lives with his wife and children in Southern Maine. Details ISBN0316515264 Short Title LIBRARIAN WHO MEASURED THE EAR Pages 48 Language English ISBN-10 0316515264 ISBN-13 9780316515269 Media Book Format Hardcover DEWEY B Illustrations Yes Year 1994 Imprint Little, Brown and Company Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Residence Cambridge, MA, US Birth 1965 Illustrator Kevin Hawkes DOI 10.1604/9780316515269 UK Release Date 1994-09-01 AU Release Date 1994-09-01 NZ Release Date 1994-09-01 US Release Date 1994-09-01 Author ANON Audience Age 4-8 Publisher Little, Brown & Company Publication Date 1994-09-01 Audience Childrens (6-12) We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:7099285;

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