Jerome LeJeune - Braga-Henebry, Ana
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As a young boy, Jérôme Lejeune wanted to study medicine. When he grew up, not only did he become a doctor, but he made a groundbreaking discovery about Down syndrome and fiercely advocated for every child's right to life. This picture book biography about a Catholic pediatrician who became a pioneer of scientific research will inspire young readers with its remarkable story and stunning illustrations. Declared venerable by the Catholic Church, Dr. Lejeune is an example of faith, integrity, and courage.

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Produktbeschreibung
As a young boy, Jérôme Lejeune wanted to study medicine. When he grew up, not only did he become a doctor, but he made a groundbreaking discovery about Down syndrome and fiercely advocated for every child's right to life. This picture book biography about a Catholic pediatrician who became a pioneer of scientific research will inspire young readers with its remarkable story and stunning illustrations. Declared venerable by the Catholic Church, Dr. Lejeune is an example of faith, integrity, and courage.
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Autorenporträt
Ana Braga-Henebry grew up the seventh of ten children in Rio de Janeiro and earned an M.A. in Humanities. Together with her husband Geoff, a scientist and professor at a major state university, she raised seven children who today are college/graduate students, a Marine Corps officer, a Norbertine sister, a musician and a computer engineer. Ana is a lifelong educator. She loves to garden and to cook while listening to audiobooks. Ana writes and speaks about books and Catholic family life. Anita Barghigiani graduated from the Florence Academy of Fine Arts. She has illustrated many books, including Saintly Creatures: 14 Tales of Animals and Their Holy Companions by Alexi Sargeant. Anita currently lives in the woods between Florence and Bologna, where she works, plays the guitar, and actively helps animals as a volunteer.