The Famous Family Trees

The Famous Family Trees

Kari Hauge, Vivien Mildenberger (Illustrator)
$19.99
Publication Date: October 9th, 2018
Publisher:
Frances Lincoln Children's Books
ISBN:
9781786032263
Pages:
64
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Description

Explore the fascinating family histories of Ada Lovelace, Charlotte Bronte, John F Kennedy, and many more with 30 family trees from around the world. This accessible, visually-stunning compendium of family trees features some of history’s most loved — and loathed — famous faces and is great fun for the whole family to explore. Genealogy and history combine to make a fascinating, fact-filled treasury of family trees belonging to famous people throughout the ages.

About the Author

With a masters in English literature from the University of Illinois, Kari Hauge has worked in libraries for over 30 years, where she has fine-tuned her history and genealogy skills. A seasoned blogger, craftsperson and researcher, this is her first book for children. 

After graduating from Art Center College of Design with honors in Illustration, Vivien Mildenberger packed up her pencils and moved with to a lovely farm just outside of Nashville, Tennessee. There she works on her illustrations, pottery, and other general magic-making. She loves illustrating for children most of all. Her work has been featured by publications such as New American Paintings and American Illustration.