Editorial Reviews
From School Library Journal
Grade 5-8?The underlying theme of this clearly written biography is the subject’s humanism. Otherwise, the book is similar to both Joyce Goldenstern’s Albert Einstein (Enslow, 1995) and Milton Dank’s Albert Einstein (Watts, 1983; o.p.). Many of the black-and-white photographs in McPherson’s book appear in other titles, but some of the family pictures are not usually seen elsewhere. A worthwhile purchase?even for libraries owning Goldenstein’s and Dank’s volumes?because of its humanistic approach.?Margaret M. Hagel, Norfolk Public Library System, VA
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc. –This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
From Booklist
Gr. 4^-7. The descriptions of young Albert’s difficulties in school, which will enthrall young readers, embody what the author does particularly well throughout this book–depict Einstein as a person both like and unlike others. Without trivializing Einstein’s genius, McPherson lets readers feel the great scientist’s excitement and frustration with his work. Explanations of Einstein’s scientific discoveries are clearly presented, as is the social context of Germany between the wars and during the Nazi years. Photographs of Einstein, including one of him at age five, are well chosen to leave some new visual memories of the famous face. McPherson provides readers with a strong impression of an independent mind at work–so strong, in fact, that children may wish they could have met the genius. That’s high praise for a biography. Mary Harris Veeder –This text refers to the Hardcover edition. (Amazon.com)
