Alexander von Humboldt, Danica Novgorodoff
Alexander von Humboldt, Danica Novgorodoff
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Alexander von Humboldt
Explorer, Naturalist & Environmental Pioneer

Author: Danica Novgorodoff

Narrator: Nicholas Guy Smith

Unabridged: 30 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/22/2022

Synopsis

Budding botanists, growing geologists, and early explorers will dive into this picture book biography about the father of ecology, Alexander von Humboldt. The captivating prose from a New York Times bestselling illustrator will spark a passion for discovery and conservation in the youngest listeners.

Whether sailing across the ocean, hiking through the jungle, or climbing the highest volcanic peaks, everywhere Alexander went, he observed the land, animals, and culture. And where others saw differences, Alexander spotted connections.
 
Discover the incredible life of naturalist Alexander von Humboldt, whose explorations created the basis for modern ecology, whose travels made him one of the most famous scientists of his day, and whose curiosities have inspired generations of creative thinkers.

About The Author

Danica Novgorodoff makes art and writes stories. Her graphic novels include Slow Storm, The Undertaking of Lily Chen, Refresh Refresh, and Long Way Down written by Jason Reynolds. Danica loves learning the names of plants, climbing mountains, and drawing animals. She first became interested in Alexander von Humboldt while living in Ecuador near the Cotopaxi volcano. She found herself falling in love with the same landscapes that Alexander had explored so many years before. Danica lives in Louisville, Kentucky, with her family. You can find her online at danicanovgorodoff.com.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Blair

This book is GORGEOUS -- the illustrations really feel like whole worlds, and the refrain that "everything is connected" becomes even more meaningful as the story goes on. A detailed author's note in the back adds more context for those who are curious. A perfect read for science- and nature-loving......more

Goodreads review by Kathleen

Alexander Von Humboldt was a fascinating character, and Novgorodoff brings him to vivid life in this book, which feels both timeless and up to the minute. I also love the playful yet detailed style of the illustrations.......more

Goodreads review by Barbara

This picture book is a 3.5 for me. I'm sure that I'm not the only person who finds that the more I read, the more I realize I don't know. This picture book biography is an example of that. Although I have been interested in ecology and the environment most of my life, I had never heard of Alexander......more

Goodreads review by Wren

Author / Illustrator Danica Novgorodoff spent her twenties "obsessed" with the life and work of Alexander von Humboldt, now dubbed the Father of Ecology. This 38-page book recounts Alexander's travels to South America where he documented plants, animals, and geological features, notably volcanoes. H......more

Goodreads review by Maughn

This picture book has so much to recommend it! (1) That it exists at all, to introduce children and those who read with them to AvH; (2) that it shows how his extraordinary accomplishments began with his childhood curiosity about nature; (3) that the author explains the colonialism behind the term,......more

Quotes

★ "An engaging text, illustrated with pleasing pencil drawings and vivid watercolor washes. A memorable introduction to Humboldt." —Booklist, starred review

"Science and nature fans alike will dig into this biography with wonder and awe as they learn about a real-life naturalist." —School Library Journal

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