This book should be translated into as many languages as possible, and every library should have at least one copy of it.
A moving and beautifully written verse novel based on the life of the first climate scientist, Eunice Newton Foote (1819–1888). In a scientific article she published in 1856, she wrote:
“An atmosphere of that gas would give to our earth a much higher temperature.”
This finding was largely, if not completely, ignored because women were not considered worthy of being taken seriously. Later, in 1859, John Tyndall published the same theory. Whether it was coincidence or the appropriation of Eunice’s work, the world celebrated him and granted him the title “Father of Climate Science” because he was a professor. And a professor, of course, was to be taken seriously, even if he might have stolen someone else’s work. Women’s rights were just one of the many challenges Eunice faced during her lifetime. She was also active in the early women’s rights movement. Fortunately, her husband, Elisha Foote, supported her and stood by her side.
I especially appreciate the verse novel format. It reads like an ancient epic meant to be sung in honour of a forgotten hero. The oral storytelling tradition suits Eunice Newton Foote wonderfully, restoring her voice and place in history.
Thank you @lindsayhmetcalf , @charlesbridgepublishing for the eARC via @netgalley
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