A review by shighley
Mesmerized: How Ben Franklin Solved a Mystery That Baffled All of France by Mara Rockliff

5.0

What a sumptuous book. The illustrations are simply stunning (be sure to look at people's expressions) and the text is playful and entertaining. I couldn't help but read it with a smile. From the great endpapers reminiscent of hypnosis to the substantial biographical information in the back, this book creates an atmosphere. As a former science teacher, I appreciate the inclusion of the scientific method; science teachers could use this as an example. A book that encourages further research into the subject is a hit for me.