Galaxy mapper : the luminous discoveries of astrophysicist Hélène Courtois / Allie Summers ; illustrated by Sian James.
"Introducing our luminous address in the universe--and the determined woman scientist who mapped it with her team. Growing up in a small French village, Helene Courtois had big questions about the world around her. Avidly, she observed the trails, roads, and water pathways traversing planet Earth; but her mind always wandered higher, toward the night sky. What would a map of "out there," beyond the moon, look like? The question traveled with her to university, where curious Helene--often the only woman in her science classes--learned to map the compositions of galaxies. Numbers swam with the stars in her brain, and after years of wonder and experimentation, Helene and her team make a dazzling discovery--a supercluster of galaxies they name Laniakea, home to our very own Milky Way. With fascinating back matter, illustrations that shine on the page, and a lyrical text written in consultation with astrophysicist Helene Courtois--who continues to illuminate our view of the cosmic landscape--this portrait of a contemporary female scientist will light up young minds and inspire future sky gazers and galaxy mappers to look up and dream large." -- Provided by Publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781536228977
- ISBN: 1536228974
- Physical Description: 1 volume (unnumbered pages) : color illustrations ; 27 cm
- Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: Somerville, Massachusetts : Mit Kids Press, an imprint of Candlewick Press, 2025.
Content descriptions
- Bibliography, etc. Note:
- Includes bibliographical references.
- Target Audience Note:
- Ages 5-9.
Search for related items by subject
- Subject:
- Courtois, Hélène (Hélène Di Nella) > Biography.
Astrophysicists > France > Biography.
Astronomers > Biography. - Genre:
- Biographies.
Available copies
- 9 of 10 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Madison County Public Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 10 total copies.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Springs Library | J 523.01 SUM (Text) | 30229101430899 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
