George Washington Carver: A Great Scientist

By Mel T. Rothwell

Book Overview

""George Washington Carver: A Great Scientist"" by Mel T. Rothwell is a biographical book that explores the life and achievements of one of America's most celebrated scientists, George Washington Carver. The book delves into Carver's early life as a slave, his education, and his groundbreaking work in the field of agriculture. Readers will learn about Carver's pioneering research on crop rotation, soil conservation, and the use of peanuts and sweet potatoes as alternative crops to cotton. The book also highlights Carver's contributions to the development of new products such as peanut butter, and his advocacy for sustainable farming practices. Rothwell's writing is engaging and accessible, making this book an excellent choice for readers of all ages who are interested in science, history, and social justice. The book includes photographs and illustrations that help bring Carver's story to life, and a timeline of key events in his life is provided at the end of the book. Overall, ""George Washington Carver: A Great Scientist"" is a fascinating and inspiring tribute to one of America's most important scientific figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432559168
• ISBN13: 9781432559168
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"