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Canadian Scientists and Inventors

Biographies of people who shaped our world

by (author) Harry Black

Publisher
Pembroke Publishers
Initial publish date
May 2011
Category
Professional Development
Recommended Grade
6
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781551382227
    Publish Date
    Feb 2008
    List Price
    $28.95
  • eBook

    ISBN
    9781551388182
    Publish Date
    May 2011
    List Price
    $25.95

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This remarkable book tells the compelling story of 45 distinguished Canadians. From Nobel Prize winners to inventors who died in obscurity, their lives reflect the challenge and excitement that has made a difference to our daily lives.

More than 200 years of profiles and discoveries that range from apples to BlackBerrys, from steamships to jet engines, from vaccines to lasers are covered. They reflect the significant milestones in 5 major areas — communication, discovery, electronics, health, and transportation. Original portraits of each person profiled complete this highly readable book.

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Biographies of People Who Shaped Our World

Highly readable biographies about extraordinary Canadians and the impact they have made on the world. Originally published in 1997 by Pembroke Publishers as Canadian Scientists and Inventors: Biographies of People Who Made a Difference (Our Choice 1998/1999).

Source: The Canadian Children’s Book Centre. Best Books for Kids & Teens. 2009.