Remarkable Creatures, by Tracy Chevalier; Plume Publishing, 2010 Reviewed by Angela Tuuri
Remarkable Creatures recreates the true story of two women in the 1800's in Lyme Regis, England who make remarkable scientific finds. These two women--Mary Anning and Elizabeth Philpot, struggle to make inroads in the very male-dominated field of paleontology. Their fossil finds open the scientific minds to the world of the dinosaurs and the extinction of species, and establish the women's (eventually) esteemed position in that scientific field. If you are looking for a very enjoyable read that is set much closer to home, try the classic book The Egg and I. Set here on the Olympic Peninsula, author Betty McDonald tells the very funny, touching tale of 1920's newlyweds who persevere with hard work and a survivalist mentality. Sandra Dallas' book Whiter Than Snow shines because of the author's wonderful abilities as a storyteller with folktale qualities. I especially liked "Prayers For Sale".
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