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Peering into primary sources

The research for Charles and Emma began with primary sources, to give Heilgman an intimate look at the people she was going to write about. Then she began the deep background study.

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Deborah Heiligman

Children’s Author

Deborah Heiligman writes fiction and nonfiction, for kids of all ages. She’s published more than 26 books, exploring topics as diverse as religious celebrations around the world, babies, butterflies, honeybees, and a particularly charming “loves-to-hear-a-book” dog (our kind of dog!). Her 2009 book, Charles and Emma: The Darwins’ Leap of Faith was nominated as a National Book Award Finalist.

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