Maria Mitchell, astronomer
Aug. 11, 1818-June 28, 1889
Maria's Comet by
Deborah Hopkinson, illustrated by
Deborah Lanino (Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 1999)
Maria Mitchell's passion and determination shine through this fictionalized account of her childhood.
The
Maria Mitchell Association in Nantucket continues Mitchell's legacy through education programs, museums and research.