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The Super Cool Science of Star Wars
The Saber-Swirling Science Behind the Death Star, Aliens, and Life in That Galaxy Far, Far Away!
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See moreAge range 9 to 12 Learn about the science used by Luke Skywalker, Kylo Ren, Han Solo, Chewbacca, Princess Leia, and more in the Star Wars galaxy
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Age range 9 to 12
Learn about the science used by Luke Skywalker, Kylo Ren, Han Solo, Chewbacca, Princess Leia, and more in the Star Wars galaxy
Star Wars has captured the hearts and imaginations of sci-fi fans worldwide. We all marvel at its dazzling variety of aliens, spaceships, and planets. That's because there's something revolutionary about the actual science in Star Wars. These painted pictures from the movies make us see the universe in a new light. They inspire us to ask questions such as:
- How much would it cost to build a Death Star?
- Did Star Wars predict the existence of exoplanets?
- Could a single blast from the Death Star destroy the earth?
- Could Starkiller Base suck the energy from a star? And many more!
The Super Cool Science of Star Wars is a book for any young Star Wars fan. You don't need to be a Jedi scientist to make the jump to light speed and find the facts behind the Star Wars galaxy!
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The Super Cool Science of Star Wars by Mark Brake dives into the fascinating scientific concepts behind the iconic film series. It receives praise for making complex science approachable and engaging for children, blending beloved Star Wars references with educational content. However, some reviews mention it might be more intriguing for older children who have a deeper interest in science.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781510753785
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 29 September 2020
Country: United States
Imprint: Sky Pony Press
Illustration: 75 illustrations in 2c
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 15.0mm
Width: 178.0mm
Height: 229.0mm
Weight: 363g
Pages: 136
About the Author
Mark Brake developed the world's first science and science fiction degree in 1999 and launched the world's first astrobiology degree in 2005. He's communicated science through film, television, print, and radio on five continents, including for NASA, Seattle's Science Fiction Museum, the BBC, the Royal Institution, and Sky Movies.
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