Robert Hooke: Natural Philosopher and Scientific Explorer (Signature Lives)

Burgan, Michael

ISBN 10: 0756533155 ISBN 13: 9780756533151

Publisher: Compass Point Books, 2007

Synopsis

Robert Hooke is best known for his studies of light, sound, and microscopic beings. Sometimes called England’s Leonardo da Vinci, Hooke’s works included detailed drawings and descriptions of his observations of nature, and he was a creative genius and inventor. Although Hooke had enemies who felt that he did not deserve credit for his experiments, he never stopped working and studying. Robert Hooke devoted his life to learning more about the modern world, and many of his findings are used today.

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About the Author:

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.

Review:

Some would say the greatest revolutions are not fought on the battlefield, but in the laboratory. The Signature Lives series illustrates the revolutions inspired by Tycho Brahe, Robert Hooke, Gerardus Mercator, and Sir Isaac Newton. In 150 years of the --NSTA Recommends

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About this edition

• Publisher: Compass Point Books
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0756533155
• ISBN 13: 9780756533151
• Binding: Library Binding
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 112