Super Women: Six Scientists Who Changed The World

Reviewed by: Terri Bauld - Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, Kennebunkport, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: July 11, 2017

Review

This collective biography profiles six outstanding women scientist who had a huge impact on the world. A mathematician, marine scientist, geologist & cartographer, archaeologist, astronomer and Nobel Prize winner, these scientists may have followed different paths, but they all faced discrimination as women. Of the six, only one of the women is likely to be known by young readers. Katherine Colemen Johnson, the NASA research mathematician has recently received attention as the subject of the film, Hidden Figure.

These inspirational women did not let the challenges of discrimination hold them back and all achieved success in their field. The profiles provide a brief introduction to these women and will leave readers wanting to learn more about their achievements and their impact on the world.

An excellent book that showcases women whose stories need to be told. B&W photographs add a great depth to the stories. Glossary, Sources, Source Notes, Picture Credits, Acknowledgements, and Index are included. A strong addition to any library.

Overall Book Score: very good