BIOGRAPHIES
Baker, Beth

Sylvia Earle: Guardian of the Sea

(4) YA Lerner Biographies series. This upbeat account of a famous marine biologist's life primarily emphasizes her contributions to public awareness of the importance of ocean study. While the text touches on challenges Earle faced as a woman in a scientific field, most slights and trials are downplayed. The book is illustrated with photographs of Earle (none of which is recent), her colleagues, and the marine life of her studies. Bib., glos., ind.

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