Mrs. Williams-Ellis in her introductory note to Men Who Found
Out (Gerald Howe, 5s.) tells us that these brief biographies of scientists, which she broadcast to schools last spring, are intended for boys and girls from about nine to fourteen. We feel that there is no need for any age limit for this book, for many adults will also thoroughly enjoy it. The fascinating and exciting stories of Galileo, Darwin, Madame Curie and other famous adventurers in science arc told clearly and simply, without a trace of patronage, and there is no doubt that they will fire many children with the desire to find out by trying." Mrs. Williams-Ellis, the author of a Child's Introduction to Biology, how You Began, knows exactly how to interest children in difficult subjects. Men Who Found Out is an admirable piece of work : every child should read it.
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