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Unlocking the Universe
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This book may appeal to you if you have a budding curiosity about space and the universe, especially from a young reader's perspective. It is filled with fascinating insights and fun facts, making complex scientific ideas accessible and exciting. With engaging storytelling and wonderful illustrations, it's a delightful journey through the wonders of the cosmos, perfect for inspiring young minds.
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The ultimate children's guide to the universe.
A glorious scientific gaze at our world, and the universe beyond in a fact-filled volume that will keep curious kids occupied for ages - ReadItDaddy blog
An excellent book that will do wonders to raise enthusiasm for science among young and old readers alike - Jonali Karmakar, Blogger
Despite its scientific content the essays are written in a very accessible style and the many topics investigated which range from the physical explanations of the universe to earth science to robotics and future predictions. Highly recommended for curious minds from around 10 years upwards - Sue Warren, Blogger
Have you ever wondered how the universe began? Or what it takes to put humans on the moon - or even on Mars? What would you do if you could travel through space and time?
NOW WITH BRAND NEW CONTENT FOR 2021
Embark on the adventure of a lifetime in this beautiful collection of up-to-the-minute essays, mind-blowing facts, and out-of-this-world colour photographs, by the world's leading scientists including Professor Stephen Hawking himself, curated by the brilliant Lucy Hawking.
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Unlocking the Universe is praised for its engaging and accessible approach to complex scientific topics, making it suitable for readers from around 10 years upwards. Reviews highlight the book's ability to captivate curious minds with its wide-ranging exploration of the universe, earth science, and future technology. The fact-filled content is lauded for its appeal to both children and adults, providing a comprehensive introduction to science that is both educational and enjoyable.
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ISBN: 9780241481486
Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 05 August 2021
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Puffin
Audience: Children, Teenage
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 28.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 197.0mm
Weight: 380g
Pages: 448
About the Author
Stephen Hawking (Author) STEPHEN HAWKING was a brilliant theoretical physicist, generally considered to have been one of the world's greatest thinkers. He was Lucasian Professor of Mathematics at the University of Cambridge and is the author of A Brief History of Time which was an international bestseller. His other books for the general reader include A Briefer History of Time, the essay collection Black Holes and Baby Universe, The Universe in a Nutshell, and Brief Answers to the Big Questions. He died on 14 March, 2018. Lucy Hawking (Author) LUCY HAWKING is a children's writer, the co-creator of non-fiction compendium Unlocking the Universe and the George fiction series, with her father Stephen Hawking. Lucy is a former journalist, having written widely for British newspapers, and she gives regular talks about science and stories to audiences all over the world.
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