Benjamin Banneker: Pioneering Scientist

Author: Wadsworth, Ginger

Brand: First Avenue Editions (Tm)

Edition: Illustrated

Binding: Paperback

Format: Illustrated

Number Of Pages: 48

Release Date: 01-01-2003

model number: FBA-|302716

Part Number: FBA-|302716

Details: Gazing up at the stars, Benjamin Banneker longed to understand how and why things worked as they did. In a time when most black Americans were slaves, Banneker lived a life of freedom and became known as America's first black American man of science. He helped survey Washington, D.C., and became the first black American to write an almanac. Through his accomplishments, he helped advance the cause of equality for African Americans.

EAN: 9780876141045

Package Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.7 x 0.3 inches

Languages: English