The Stuff Between the Stars: How Vera Rubin Discovered Most of the Universe

Name: The Stuff Between the Stars: How Vera Rubin Discovered Most of the Universe
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781419736261
Price: 29.99 NZD
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By Sandra Nickel

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The Stuff Between the Stars is an inspired biographical picture book about Vera Rubin, a pioneering female astronomer who changed how we understand the universe. Despite being overlooked because of her gender, Rubin persevered to discover and name dark matter—the mysterious substance that holds the cosmos together. The story follows her journey of groundbreaking discoveries, capturing her passion and determination to unlock the secrets of the night sky.
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Ideal for children curious about science and space, especially budding scientists and young readers starting to explore astronomy and the stories of women in science.

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An inspired biographical picture book about a female astronomer who makes huge discoveries about the mysteries of the night sky and changed the way we look at the universe.

Vera Rubin was one of the astronomers who discovered and named dark matter, the thing that keeps the universe hanging together. Throughout her career, she was never taken seriously as a scientist because she was one of the only female astronomers at that time, but she didn't let that stop her.

She made groundbreaking and incredibly significant discoveries that scientists have only recently been able to really appreciate—and she changed the way that we look at the universe. A stunning portrait of a little-known trailblazer, The Stuff Between the Stars tells Vera's story and inspires the youngest readers who are just starting to look up at the stars.

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A truly beautiful story of perseverance and passion, says Booklist. The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books praises the intertwining of Rubin's scientific career with historical themes, while The Horn Book Magazine admires the book's striking watercolour illustrations and accessible narrative. Reviews highlight its appeal to history and science lovers alike, commending its engaging portrayal of a little-known trailblazer.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419736261

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 March 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Abrams Books for Young Readers

Contributors:

Illustrated by Aimée Sicuro

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 227.0mm

Height: 274.0mm

Weight: 480g

Pages: 48

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Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Sandra Nickel

About the Author

Sandra Nickel is a former NYC lawyer who now lives with her family in Switzerland. She is a graduate of the Vermont College of Fine Arts with an MFA in writing for children and young adults. Her books include Big Bear and Little Fish, Breaking Through the Clouds, and Nacho's Nachos.

Aimée Sicuro is an illustrator, picture book maker, and surface pattern designer who received a BFA in Illustration from Columbus College of Art and Design. She lives in Brooklyn with her husband and young sons.

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