Black Scientists

by Lisa Yount

Part of a series for 10-year-olds and upwards, which presents American history through the lives of its most influential and significant figures, this book covers the contribution of eight black... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0816025495
• ISBN13: 9780816025497
• Release Date: January 1991
• Publisher: Facts on File
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.2" x 9.2"
• Age Range: 12 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 7 and higher

Customer Reviews

AN EYE OPENER

There have been a few books written about Black scientists that are as interesting as the one before you. Black Scientists profiles eight African-Americans who made significant contributions to the field of applied and pure science. Some of the individuals profiled are well known while others have faded into the backdrops of history. These African Americans who took on the field of science had to overcome many obstacles in obtaining their education, finding positions and acquiring funds for their research. All of them met the mark of excellence and we have become the beneficiaries of their work. Unlike other biographies of Black scientists, the author dispenses with the well worn myths surrounding these figures. She focuses on what the individual actually contributed to their field other than being the "first" Black. You are in for a surprise when you find out the impact that one man had on the field of medical education for Black doctors and nurses. You will be astounded at the work done in chemotherapy, chemistry and computer science by highly assertive African-American men and women. Learning about these great people is an eye opener. Science is a field wide open in which anyone can participate regardless of race. Their inspiring achievements and contributions tell us that African-Americans can and will continue to make strides in the area of science. Read these stories and consider walking in their footsteps.