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Science is for everyone! Science People celebrates the diversity of
the scientific community around the world. Meet more than 50
trailblazers in botany, biology, physics, engineering, mathematics,
and a host of other STEM fields. Bold, whimsical illustrations by
David Lee Csicsko (The Skin You Live In) along with concise,
engaging bios celebrate a diverse group of scientists, from around
the world and all eras of history. Classic figures like Galileo and
Marie Curie are included alongside scientists and activists working
in the field right now - like geneticists (and Nobel Prize winners)
Jennifer Doudna and Emmanuelle Charpentier, or Phillip Alviola, a
bat virologist from the Philippines on the cutting edge of
coronavirus research. From astronomers to zoologists, Science
People highlights explorers in a wide range of fields -
representing a multicultural mix of genders, races, and
nationalities, in walks of life - showing that science is for
everyone. It will inspire readers young and old to ask their own
questions about the world around them.
With the ease and simplicity of a nursery rhyme, this lively story
delivers an important message of social acceptance to young
readers. Themes associated with child development and social
harmony, such as friendship, acceptance, self-esteem, and diversity
are promoted in simple and straightforward prose. Vivid
illustrations of children's activities for all cultures, such as
swimming in the ocean, hugging, catching butterflies, and eating
birthday cake are also provided. This delightful picturebook offers
a wonderful venue through which parents and teachers can discuss
important social concepts with their children.
Iconic Composers highlights the origin and contributions of some of
the world’s most remarkable and gifted composers throughout
history. Bold, whimsical illustrations by David Lee Csicsko along
with concise, engaging bios celebrate a diverse group of composers,
from all eras of history. Iconic Composers features historical
giants of music like Johann Sebastian Bach and Ludwig von Beethoven
alongside 20th-century composers such as Astor Piazzolla and
Meredith Monk. Showcasing the true range of classical music history
not typically acknowledged – exhibiting a wide number of genders,
races, and nationalities – Iconic Composers celebrates 50
composers who have influenced the field of music and collectively
broadened its scope.
Fashion Icons celebrates the origins and contributions of some of
the world’s most remarkable and gifted fashion designers
throughout history Bold, whimsical illustrations by David Lee
Csicsko along with concise, engaging bios written by Gillion
Carrara celebrate a diverse group of designers. From Paul Poiret,
the visionary who shunned the corset, to Elsa Schiaparelli, who
shocked the world with her “shoe hat”, to Comme des Garcon’s
Rei Kawakubo, Fashion Icons celebrates 50 fashion designers
who have influenced historical trends, how we dress today, and what
the future of fashion will look like. Featured designers
include: Jeanne-Marie Lanvin, Madeleine
Vionnet, Paul Poiret, Coco Chanel, Elsa Schiaparelli,
Cristobal Balenciaga, Ann Lowe, Christian Dior, Pierre
Cardin, Hubert de Givenchy, Sonia Rykiel,
Halston, Valentino Garavani, Karl Lagerfeld, Giorgio
Armani, Azzedine Alaia, Yves Saint-Laurent, Issey
Miyake, Vivienne Westwood, Rei Kawakubo, Stephen
Burrows, Yohji Yamamoto, Gianni Versace, Miuccia
Prada, Franco Moschino, Jean Paul Gaultier, Martin
Margiela, Dries Van Noten, Domenico Dolce & Stefano
Gabbana, Ann Demeulemeester, Isabel & Ruben Toledo, John
Galliano, Junya Watanabe, Alber Elbaz, Tom Ford, Rick
Owens, Marc Jacobs, Thom Browne, Duro Olowu, Hedi
Slimane, Alexander McQueen, Viktor Horsting & Rolf
Snoeren, Nicolas Ghesquiere, Stella McCartney, Rabih
Kayrouz, Phoebe Philo, Kate & Laura Mulleavy, Virgil
Abloh, Simone Rocha, and Kerby Jean-Raymond
From music to movies, literature to dance – the arts have always
been influenced by the work of LGBTQ people. LGBTQ+
Icons spotlights the history and contributions of 50
pioneering artists who lived and worked around the world. Bold,
whimsical illustrations by David Lee Csicsko (The Skin You Live In)
and concise bios from historian Owen Keehnen celebrate a diverse
group of artists, from LGBTQ icons James Baldwin, Frida Kahlo, and
Freddie Mercury to lesser-known colorful characters like vaudeville
performer Ada “Bricktop” Smith, the toast of 1920s Paris café
society who opened a queer-friendly club where all were welcomed,
and Australian dandy Leigh Bowery, whose unapologetic flamboyance
influenced an entire generation of fashion designers. LGBTQ+
Icons is an entertaining exploration of a part of history
most people don’t know is even missing. It will inspire readers
young and old to be confident in who they are, and to take pride in
their own creativity. Produced with premium materials, this book is
a must-read for Pride month and a perfect collectible year-round!
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