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A fresh approach to a timely topic, Stolen Science is a fascinating compendium of stories of uncredited scientists and inventors throughout the ages.
Over the centuries, women, people from underrepresented communities, and immigrants overcame prejudices and social obstacles to make remarkable discoveries in science--but they weren't the ones to receive credit in history books. People with more power, money, and prestige were remembered as the inventor of the telephone, the scientists who decoded the structure of DNA, and the doctor who discovered the cause of yellow fever. This book aims to set the record straight and celebrate the nearly forgotten inventors and scientists who shaped our world today.
"A very important book that not only gives credit where it is long overdue but should also help inspire future scientists from all backgrounds." - Science Magazine, Finalist for the AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books
“A useful counterweight to conventional books describing breakthroughs in science, medicine, and engineering.” —Booklist
“[A] thought-provoking exploration of an important topic.” —Kirkus Reviews
“A timely and informative resource.” —School Library Connection
