The Hyena Scientist

By Sy Montgomery, Nic Bishop

Price: $19.99

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The Hyena Scientist

By Sy Montgomery, Nic Bishop

Price: $19.99

About the Book

“An appealing, elegantly designed introduction to another much-maligned species.” —Kirkus (starred review)

“A fascinating, informative, and inclusive window into a feared and misunderstood species.” —Booklist (starred review)

This myth-busting addition to the critically acclaimed Scientists in the Field series by Sibert medal winning team Sy Montgomery and Nic Bishop is perfect for nonfiction readers looking for more female scientist narratives, or a fresh perspective on an underrepresented animal—Hyenas!

Timely and inspiring, The Hyena Scientist sets the record straight about one of history’s most hated and misunderstood mammals, while featuring the groundbreaking, pioneering research of a female scientist in a predominately male field in this offering by Sibert-winning duo Sy Montgomery and Nic Bishop.

As a scientist studying one of the only mammalian societies led entirely by females, zoologist Kay Holecamp has made it her life’s work to understand hyenas, the fascinating, complex creatures that are playful, social, and highly intelligent—almost nothing like the mangy monsters of pop culture lore.

Product Details

ISBN: 9780544635111
Imprint: Clarion Books
On Sale: May 15, 2018
List price: $19.99
No of pages: 80
Trim Size: 9.350 in (w) x 11.300 in (h) x 0.550 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE NONFICTION / Animals / Mammals
BISAC 2: JUVENILE NONFICTION / Places / Africa
BISAC 3: JUVENILE NONFICTION / Science & Nature / Zoology

Sy Montgomery

Biography

Researching her films, articles, and more than forty books, Sy Montgomery has trekked into the cloud forest of Papua, New Guinea, cage-dived off Mexico with great white sharks, and scuba-dived off two continents to commune with wild octopuses. A National Book Award finalist, her work has been honored with a Sibert Medal, a Cook Prize Gold Medal, two Science Book and Film prizes from the National Association for the Advancement of Science, four honorary degrees, and many other awards. She lives in Hancock, New Hampshire. Visit her online at symontgomery.com.

Nic Bishop

Biography

Nic Bishop, who holds a doctorate in the biological sciences, is the photographer of many acclaimed books for children. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand.Visit his website at: nicbishop.com  

Reviews

“An appealing, elegantly designed introduction to another much-maligned species.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“A fascinating, informative, and inclusive window into a feared and misunderstood species.” — Booklist (starred review)

“Montgomery shamelessly sells the spotted hyena as delightful and misunderstood, so animal-loving readers will be pleased to take up its cause.” —  Neal Pollack, The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books, STARRED Review

“The narrative unfolds with all the intrigue of a detective story…Photo-filled and perceptive.” — Publishers Weekly

Another strong contribution to the Scientists in the Field series…a deeply detailed account of life in the field.” — Horn Book Magazine

Because Montgomery and Bishop traveled together to do the research for the book, there is a remarkably personal feel throughout as they become part of the team and participate in all aspects of the work, from spotting to packing up gear, and even cradling a sedated hyena’s head…A truly strong addition to the series and a worthwhile purchase for most libraries.” — School Library Journal

About the Book

“An appealing, elegantly designed introduction to another much-maligned species.” —Kirkus (starred review)

“A fascinating, informative, and inclusive window into a feared and misunderstood species.” —Booklist (starred review)

This myth-busting addition to the critically acclaimed Scientists in the Field series by Sibert medal winning team Sy Montgomery and Nic Bishop is perfect for nonfiction readers looking for more female scientist narratives, or a fresh perspective on an underrepresented animal—Hyenas!

Timely and inspiring, The Hyena Scientist sets the record straight about one of history’s most hated and misunderstood mammals, while featuring the groundbreaking, pioneering research of a female scientist in a predominately male field in this offering by Sibert-winning duo Sy Montgomery and Nic Bishop.

As a scientist studying one of the only mammalian societies led entirely by females, zoologist Kay Holecamp has made it her life’s work to understand hyenas, the fascinating, complex creatures that are playful, social, and highly intelligent—almost nothing like the mangy monsters of pop culture lore.

Product Details

ISBN: 9780544635111
Imprint: Clarion Books
On Sale: May 15, 2018
List price: $19.99
No of pages: 80
Trim Size: 9.350 in (w) x 11.300 in (h) x 0.550 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE NONFICTION / Animals / Mammals
BISAC 2: JUVENILE NONFICTION / Places / Africa
BISAC 3: JUVENILE NONFICTION / Science & Nature / Zoology

Sy Montgomery

Biography

Researching her films, articles, and more than forty books, Sy Montgomery has trekked into the cloud forest of Papua, New Guinea, cage-dived off Mexico with great white sharks, and scuba-dived off two continents to commune with wild octopuses. A National Book Award finalist, her work has been honored with a Sibert Medal, a Cook Prize Gold Medal, two Science Book and Film prizes from the National Association for the Advancement of Science, four honorary degrees, and many other awards. She lives in Hancock, New Hampshire. Visit her online at symontgomery.com.

Nic Bishop

Biography

Nic Bishop, who holds a doctorate in the biological sciences, is the photographer of many acclaimed books for children. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand.Visit his website at: nicbishop.com  

Reviews

“An appealing, elegantly designed introduction to another much-maligned species.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“A fascinating, informative, and inclusive window into a feared and misunderstood species.” — Booklist (starred review)

“Montgomery shamelessly sells the spotted hyena as delightful and misunderstood, so animal-loving readers will be pleased to take up its cause.” —  Neal Pollack, The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books, STARRED Review

“The narrative unfolds with all the intrigue of a detective story…Photo-filled and perceptive.” — Publishers Weekly

Another strong contribution to the Scientists in the Field series…a deeply detailed account of life in the field.” — Horn Book Magazine

Because Montgomery and Bishop traveled together to do the research for the book, there is a remarkably personal feel throughout as they become part of the team and participate in all aspects of the work, from spotting to packing up gear, and even cradling a sedated hyena’s head…A truly strong addition to the series and a worthwhile purchase for most libraries.” — School Library Journal

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