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See moreA special edition of Chris Hadfield's beautiful picture book, The Darkest Dark, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing. Featuring a heartfelt foreword from the astronaut himself and an enchanting glow-in-the-dark pull-out poster.
Chris Hadfield's beautiful picture book, The Darkest Dark, celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing and features a heartfelt foreword from the astronaut himself.
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This updated picture book of The Darkest Dark by astronaut Chris Hadfield, celebrates the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing.
"While I was growing up, the Moon helped light the path to my dreams. But it was on a hot July night that my dreamy thoughts became real. The brave astronauts of Apollo 11 travelled to that distant place and stepped out onto its surface, their boots blazing a new trail in the ancient grey dust. Those footprints showed me that impossible things can happen." Chris Hadfield.
Young Chris is a very important astronaut. When Dad says it's time for bed - Sorry, no can do: An astronaut's work is never done. But in the dark lurk all kinds of scary aliens. So Chris doesn't like to sleep, but Mum and Dad do! When he watches in awe at the Apollo 11 Moon Landing, Chris realizes he must overcome his fear of the dark. For in the darkest dark of space lies a power and a mystery that might just help Chris make his dreams come true.
Inspired by the childhood of real-life astronaut, Commander Chris Hadfield, author of An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth. The Darkest Dark is his debut children's book, brought to life by the illustrations of Terry and Eric Fan. The evocative beauty of their pictures brings to life a bedtime story that will encourage children to dream big, think like an astronaut and embrace the unknown.
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The Darkest Dark by Chris Hadfield is praised for its beautifully illustrated, inspiring story that encourages children to face their fears and pursue their dreams. Parents and critics alike appreciate its heartwarming narrative and striking artwork, which takes readers on an exciting journey from Earth to the moon, instilling a sense of wonder and possibility.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781529013610
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 13 June 2019
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Macmillan Children's Books
Contributors:
- Illustrated by The Fan Brothers
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 8.0mm
Width: 271.0mm
Height: 270.0mm
Weight: 307g
Pages: 48
About the Author
Chris Hadfield is one of the world's most seasoned and accomplished astronauts, and is the author of the number one international bestseller, An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth, and You Are Here: Around the World in 92 Minutes. The Darkest Dark is Chris's first picture book. Terry Fan received his formal art training at Ontario College of Art and Design in Toronto. His work is a blend of traditional and contemporary techniques, using ink or graphite mixed with digital. He spends his days (and nights) creating magical paintings, portraits and prints. Eric Fan is an artist and writer who lives in Toronto, Canada. He attended the Ontario College of Art and Design where he studied illustration, sculpture and film.
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