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10 Extraordinary Ideas that Shaped our Universe

From black holes to the big bang to the stardust in our fingertips
By Dr Sheila Kanani
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In this definitive guide, Dr Sheila Kanani explains ten of the most extraordinary ideas in physics and introduces the incredible scientists that you never knew were behind them. Dr Sheila Kanani is here to explain ten of the most extraordinary ideas in science and introduce the... Read More
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In this definitive guide, Dr Sheila Kanani explains ten of the most extraordinary ideas in physics and introduces the incredible scientists that you never knew were behind them.

Dr Sheila Kanani is here to explain ten of the most extraordinary ideas in science and introduce the incredible brains that you never knew were behind them.

Each chapter explores one important idea: how it works, why it's important, and the real story of how it was discovered. Did you know, for example, that Isaac Newton was influenced by scientists from the Islamic Golden Age? You'll also hear about the unbelievable accidents behind some of these amazing ideas, as well as the mysteries that scientists are still trying to solve.

With stunning illustrations from Liz Kay, this beautiful treasury is perfect for curious kids to dip in and out of, and is packed with fascinating facts.

The ideal gift for budding scientists aged 8–12 (and the adults in their lives, too!).

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241739969

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 September 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Liz Kay
  • Illustrated by Liz Kay

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 218.0mm

Height: 287.0mm

Weight: 500g

Pages: 160

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About the Author

Dr Sheila Kanani (Author) Dr Sheila Kanani MBE is a planetary scientist, EDI consultant, space educator and author, with a background in astrophysics and astronomy research from UK universities. She regularly acts as a science ambassador, visiting schools and speaking at events, and is an advocate for diversity in physics and astronomy. Sheila runs her company Her Place For Space from home, and enjoys walking on her local beach with her family of boys, playing sports, gazing at the stars, reading and eating (preferably reading whilst eating!). Her favourite planet is Saturn. Liz Kay (Illustrator) When not busy doodling, Liz is usually found hiking and biking around the Yorkshire countryside and playing tennis for her local club. Liz has worked on a variety of commissions across illustrated maps, hand lettering and calligraphy, greetings cards, infographics, children's books, newspapers and magazines, animation, murals, personalised illustrations and wedding stationery.

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