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Braga-Henebry, Ana,

Jerome Lejeune : the saintly geneticist / Ana Braga-Henebry ; illustrations by Anita Barghigiani. - 48 unnumbered pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm

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.

ISBN: 9781685780975 1685780970

LCCN: 2023945291

Subjects--Personal Names:
Lejeune, Jérôme--Juvenile literature.

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Physicians--Biography--Juvenile literature.
Geneticists--Biography--Juvenile literature.
Down syndrome--History--Juvenile literature.
Abortion--Moral and ethical aspects--Juvenile literature.
People with disabilities--Juvenile literature.
Catholics--Biography--Juvenile literature.
Christian biography--Juvenile literature.

Index Terms--Genre/Form:
Biographies.
Illustrated works.