Of Numbers and Stars by D. Anne Love illustrated by Pam Paparone

In 4th century AD, in Alexandria, Egypt  Theon decided that his daughter should be educated in the same manner as a boy.  He taught his daughter, Hypatia, to spear a fish, ride a horse, and row a boat.  He also encouraged her to learn to read and write.  He provided opportunities for her to learn grammar and speak properly.  She also studied poetry, science, astronomy, philosophy and ultimately,  mathematics.  Eventually she was a beloved teacher.
I would have like to have learned specifically about what she contributed to mathematics and other disciplines but unfortunately there are few records available .  It felt more like a book to encourage girls (girl power) than a biography about someone who contributed greatly to mathematics and science.
In the author's note, Ms. Love describes how Hypatia died (very sad) and shares why the book could not offer more specifics.
-Borrowed from the library.