ERATOSTHENES: The Librarian Who Measured the Earth pt 1

This picture book covers the life of Eratosthenes of Cyrene, a geographer who estimated the circumference of the Earth in around 200 B.C.. Though he was in fact a librarian, he is famous for his scientific accomplishments. Since little is known about his personal life, Lasky describes his early years in general terms. He liked to ask questions, loved learning at the gymnasium, and sailed off to Athens to further his studies. The pictures combine with the text to give a clear explanation of how the man came to make his key discovery about the Earth's circumference. A fine combination of history, science, and biography. Adapted for Brooklyn Blowback by David Kay, MLS w/ music by Tommy Yesterday

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[papegojaz]

Ey! Don't diss the man, yo! He provides knowledge.

[karen4282]

heck, im GLAD he did. I'm using this to write a report for my college lit class so i don't have to read the actual book. THANKS!

[siliconchipped]

so sad you watched it /...

[yekoune]

Why the heck are you watching a youtube video of a guy who is filming himself reading a book?

[fridsade]

I read this book when I was little.

Kind of sad you read books and tape them and then put them online...

[SnBstudioes9596]

Why the heck do you read books and tape them then put them on youtube!?