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The Extraordinary Life of Katherine Johnson
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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The Extraordinary Life of Katherine Johnson
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| Authors and Contributors |
Illustrated by Maggie Cole
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By (author) Devika Jina
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| Series | Extraordinary Lives |
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:128 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 129 |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780241375440
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| Classifications | Dewey:510.92 |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Penguin Random House Children's UK
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| Imprint |
Puffin
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| Publication Date |
6 June 2019 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
A bold new non-fiction series for 7+ readers focusing on the lives of inspirational historical and modern figures. In 1969 history was made when the first humans stepped on the moon. Back on earth, one woman was running the numbers that ensured they got there and back in one piece. As a child, Katherine Johnson loved maths. She went on to be one of the most important people in the history of space travel. Discover her incredible life story in this beautifully illustrated book complete with narrative biography, timelines and facts.
Author Biography
Devika Jina (Author) Devika Jina has loved writing since she was a child, when she attempted a spin off of The NeverEnding Story. Today, she continues to write, having penned two titles in the "Extraordinary Lives" series. Besides this, she writes on race, gender and culture in modern Britain from a British Indian woman's perspective.
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