Name: Shark Lady: The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean's Most Fearless Scientist - Jess Keating
Brand: Jess Keating
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At nine years old, Eugenie Clark developed an unexpected passion for sharks after a visit to the Battery Park Aquarium in New York City. At the time, sharks were seen as mindless killing machines, but Eugenie set out to prove otherwise. From her many discoveries to the shark-related myths she dispelled, Eugenie earned the nickname Shark Lady. Full color. n nAn Amazon Best Book of the Month nNamed a Best Children's Book of 2017 by Parents magazine nOne of New York Times's Twelve Books for Feminist Boys and Girls n nThis is the story of a woman who dared to dive, defy, discover, and inspire. This is the story of Shark Lady. n nEugenie Clark fell in love with sharks from the first moment she saw them at the aquarium. She couldn't imagine anything more exciting than studying these graceful creatures. But Eugenie quickly discovered that many people believed sharks to be ugly and scary--and they didn't think women should be scientists. n nDetermined to prove them wrong, Eugenie devoted her life to learning about sharks. After earning several college degrees and making countless discoveries, Eugenie wrote herself into the history of science, earning the nickname Shark Lady. Through her accomplishments, she taught the world that sharks were to be admired rather than feared and that women can do anything they set their minds to. n nAn inspiring story by critically acclaimed zoologist Jess Keating about finding the strength to discover truths that others aren't daring enough to see. In