Best Books 2014: Star Stuff: Carl Sagan and the Mysteries of the Cosmos| Nonfiction

by SLJ
Nov 14, 2014 | Filed in Reviews+
Roth Sisson’s first book as author and illustrator adeptly captures the wonder and curiosity that drove young Carl Sagan to become the well-renowned and much-beloved astronomer, science writer, and eventual TV show host ofCosmos. The simple and engaging text is accompanied by star-filled, imagination-infused, and vibrant images that vary in design—from scrapbook to comic book-style. A stellar offering for STEM enthusiasts.

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