"Enlightening and infused with a great sense of wonder, Yuksel's picture-book biography is a much-needed addition to an existing repertoire of books featuring Muslim heroes. As dreamy as the night skies so loved by Ulugh Beg, Firdauzia's digitally created illustrations chronicle the subject's growth from a young inquisitive boy to an accomplished mathematician and astronomer. This already greatly informative work wraps up with even more content in the backmatter. A luminous tribute to a notable figure that's sure to satisfy--and inspire--inquisitive minds." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
"Fifteenth-century prince Ulugh Beg's passion for science propels this polished picture book biography, which also shines light on astronomy's early history... Firdauzia's unlined digital renderings draw heavily on Islamic geometric patterns while Yuksel's straightforward narration puts full emphasis on the figure's remarkable accomplishments." - Publishers Weekly
"Take one little boy brimming with curiosity, surrounded by nature and opportunity, supported by the best teachers... and you find young Ulugh Beg, who becomes one of the world's most accomplished scientists... A biography to add flair and depth to math and science curricula, reminding readers of how knowledge is constructed." - Booklist

Publisher: Bound to Stay Bound Books

Pub date: 2025-09-30

Length: 33 pages