1913-1996

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1913-1996

The Leakeys

the family that traced human origins to Africa
Known as the First Family of Paleontology, the Leakey family's fascinating archaeological and paleontological finds in Africa stunned the world and reset prevailing notions about human evolution.

Mary Leakey

archaeologist who really dug her work
Presents an illustrated introduction to Mary Leakey, the twentieth-century British archaeologist who discovered a fossilized skull that linked humans to apes.
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The boy who loved math

the improbable life of Paul Erdos
An introduction to the unconventional life of the eminent mathematician describes the phenomenal math talents he demonstrated from an early age while revealing how he was often stymied by everyday tasks.

Jane Goodall and Mary Leakey

Presents a joint biography documenting the work done by both Jane Goodall and Mary Leakey with chimpanzees and evolution. Examines the significance of their work today and in the future. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

Jane Goodall and Mary Leakey

2015
Looks at the lives of archeologist Mary Leakey, and primatologist Jane Goodall.

The interpreter

2005
Presents a comprehensive examination of injustices done to African-Americans in France from 1944 to 1946 through the testimony of Louis Guilloux, an eyewitness who acted as an interpreter at the courts-martial.

The voice

Mel Allen's untold story
2007

Mary Leakey

archaeologist who really dug her work
2009
Presents an illustrated introduction to Mary Leakey, the twentieth-century British archaeologist who discovered a fossilized skull that linked humans to apes.

The boy who loved math

the improbable life of Paul Erdos
An introduction to the world of math and a fascinating look at the unique, if not eccentric, character traits that made the noted mathematician "Uncle Paul" a great man.
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