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.Īn inspiring story by critically acclaimed zoologist Jess Keating about finding the strength to discover truths that others aren't daring enough to see. But Eugenie quickly discovered that many people believed sharks to be ugly and scary-and they didn't think women should be scientists.ĭetermined to prove them wrong, Eugenie devoted her life to learning about sharks. She couldn't imagine anything more exciting than studying these graceful creatures. She is the illustrator of Shark Lady (written by Jess Keating), which was named a 2018 Best STEM Book by the Children’s Book Council as well as a Best STEM Book by the National Science Teachers Association. At nine years old, Eugenie Clark developed an unexpected passion for sharks after a visit to the. is disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.Eugenie Clark fell in love with sharks from the first moment she saw them at the aquarium. She was born in a small town in Galicia, Spain, and currently lives in La Coruña, Spain. Buy Shark Lady by Jess Keating for 40.00 at Mighty Ape NZ. Foreword Reviews only recommends books that we love.
No fee was paid by the publisher for this review. Despite many obstacles in her path, Eugenie was able to study the creatures she loved so much. As an author and zoologist, Jess Keating has tickled a shark, lost a staring contest against an octopus, and been a victim to the dreaded paper cut. Jess Keating’s fine narrative of Eugenie Clark’s life is crowned by two vibrant double-page spreads.
Eugenie Clark’s scientific accomplishments, but a companion story thread relates how one very courageous woman triumphed in an academic world that had previously been totally dominated by men. The publisher of this book provided free copies of the book to have their book reviewed by a professional reviewer. The primary focus of Shark Lady highlights Dr. Boldly hued and fluidly graceful, illustrations from Marta Álvarez Miguéns, complete with fun facts and a timeline, creatively convey Eugenie’s courage and determination as she dives into books, laboratories, education, and open waters to share her love and knowledge of the often misunderstood predators.ĭisclosure: This article is not an endorsement, but a review. The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean's Most Fearless ScientistĬommemorating a lifetime of discovery and exploration, Shark Lady, from Jess Keating, follows the extraordinary path of Eugenie Clark-inspirational scientist, professor, zoologist, deep sea diver, and champion of sharks the oceans over.
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