Astounding Review of ‘Rosalind Looked Closer’
Published on 10/06/2022
“Kirkus Reviews is full of praise for the incredible new book ‘Rosalind Looked Closer’: An Unsung Hero of Molecular Science’, written by Lisa Gerin and illustrated by Astounding Artist, Chiara Fedele! It is a brilliant introduction to the life of the incredible scientist, Rosalind Franklin and how her research in molecular biology changed the world!
“Fedele’s mostly earth-toned illustrations are carefully constructed to capture the times and settings and present Rosalind as strong and serious.” – Kirkus Reviews
Thank you Kirkus Reviews for your wonderful words!
A massive congratulations to everyone involved in the making of this incredible book! What an achievement!
At Astound we are so proud to have been a part of this title’s creation and the amazing work Chiara Fedele has created. We are certain it will inspire a new generation of scientists! A must-have book for all budding scientists!
To see more amazing illustrations by Chiara Fedele’s, click the link below:
https://lnkd.in/ewXkA84v
This title is now available to preorder! Click the link to get your copy!
https://lnkd.in/eepquEDK”
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