Nicolaus Copernicus: The Earth Is A Planet by Dennis Brindell Fradin

Nicolaus Copernicus: The Earth Is A Planet, written by Dennis Brindell Fradin, illustrated by Cynthia Von Buhler, 2003, New York: Mondo Publication (1-59336-006-1)

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Illustrator Website: http://www.cynthiavonbuhler.com/
Media Used: Oil paint on gesso

Annotation:
This picture book tells the story of Copernicus, who studied his whole life to be a clergyman and physician, only to make a scientific discovery that goes against all religious teachings of the time.  Several interesting facts are revealed throughout the book.


Personal Reaction:
This is a very educational book, but not a very exciting one.  I did enjoy the various facts, such as that he died shortly after his book was published, and that he was a clergyman.  I never imagined that someone who made such a anti-religious discovery, such as stating that Earth was not the center of the universe, would have come from such a religious background.

Curriculum Connection: 7th Grade Social Studies (Scientific Revolution)