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Graham, Ian

Curie and the Science of Radioactivity

32 pp. | Barron's | August, 2006 | Trade ISBN 0-7641-5973-9 $12.99 | Paper ISBN 0-7641-3489-2 $6.99
(4) 4-6 Explosion Zone series. Illustrated by David Antram. Gordon effectively introduces Marie and Pierre Curie's discovery of radium, and their taxing, dangerous work with this element. The cartoon-style illustrations seem misaligned with the seriousness of the subject, and the busy design distracts from the narrative flow, although the unusual presentation may stimulate readers' interest. "Here's the Science" sidebars offer additional details, including diagrams. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

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