Jerome Lejeune: Saintly Geneticist

Book cover: Jerome Lejeune, Saintly Geneticist
Author(s): 
Ana Braga-Henebry
Illustrator(s): 
Anita Barghigiani
Number of pages: 
48 pages
Copyright: 
2024
ISBN: 
9781685780975
Publisher: 
Word on Fire Votive
Binding: 
Hardcover
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Review: 

A wonderful book that integrates faith and science!

Ana Braga-Henebry and Anita Barghigiani have created an engaging book about Venerable Dr. Jerome Lejeune, the father of modern genetics. This lovely book is instructive for all ages! The book includes a timeline of important events in the life of Dr. Lejeune with dates and photographs from pivotal moments in his life. The author shares the story of Dr. Lejeune's childhood, his marriage, and his work as a pediatrician.

As a researcher, Dr. Lejeune worked hard to discover the genetics underlying Down syndrome and other genetic conditions. This book is an inspiring story of faith and excellence in scientific research. The book seamlessly integrates the true story of a faithful Christian man who understood the importance of both faith and science.

Additional notes: 

Our own Ana Braga-Henebry is this lovely new book's author!

Also see our review of Life is a Blessing, a biography of Dr. Lejeune for high school students and adults.

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First reviewed: 
05/30/2024