Jim Gigliotti , Stephen Marchesi (Illustrator), Nancy Harrison (Illustrator)
Who Was George Washington Carver?
- ISBN 13:
- 9780448483122
- author:
- Jim Gigliotti , Stephen Marchesi (Illustrator), Nancy Harrison (Illustrator)
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Grosset & Dunlap
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 112
- Dimensions:
- 13.7 x 0.6 x 19.4 cm
- Genre:
- Children's Books, Hobbies & Interests, General Knowledge & Trivia
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
George Washington Carver was an unlikely success story. Born in the 1860s, he faced significant obstacles due to his race and the time period. Despite these challenges, he excelled academically and became the first black student at Iowa State Agricultural College. He later became its first black professor and went on to study botany at the Tuskegee Institute. Carver's work in botany led to significant breakthroughs in agriculture, particularly with peanuts. His innovative techniques for growing crops improved yields and paved the way for numerous household products and recipes. This biography explores Carver's remarkable journey from humble beginnings to international recognition as a leading expert in his field. Through this book, readers can learn about the life and achievements of George Washington Carver, an American pioneer who overcame adversity to make a lasting impact on science and agriculture.
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