Discover all about one of the world's most famous femal scientists: Marie Curie. Learn about the woman who discovered radium, the scientist who gave us a greater understanding of the nature of the atom, and the woman who ultimately died from the effects of the substances she discovered.

Follow the story of Curie's life, from her childhood in Warsaw, Poland to becoming Director of the Paris Radium Institute, and find out about her discoveries, including how they are still affecting us today.

Includes a timeline and a look at her legacy today, this book is perfect for readers intersted in science or women's history of all ages.

This book is part of a book series called Scientists Who Made History .

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published 2014 by Hachette Children's Group .

Liz Gogerly is an experienced author and editor of children's non-fiction. Richard Hook is vastly experienced and is renowned for his detailed research. He has illustrated hundreds of children's history books.