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Stephen Hawking
Genius
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Ideal for children aged 6 and above, especially those interested in science, inspiring biographies, and learning about remarkable figures who overcome adversity.
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See moreMeet world-famous physicist Stephen Hawking and learn about his life and work in this engagingly illustrated biography. Ages 6 plus.
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Meet world-famous physicist Stephen Hawking and learn about his life and work in this engagingly illustrated biography. Known for both his bestselling books and his work on black holes, physicist Stephen Hawking beat the odds and lived with ALS – a form of motor neuron disease – for longer than doctors ever expected.
This engrossing biography shows why Hawking is such an inspiring example of someone who pursued his dreams in spite of his disability. Born into a family of thinkers who loved reading books at the dinner table, Hawking got his love of science and math from his father. Follow his path to fame as he formulates his groundbreaking theory, works on expanding our ideas about the universe and its creation, and becomes a "rock-star scientist" who appeared in TV shows and films.
Appealing illustrations, information on his breakthroughs and successes, and an index of major events reveal how Hawking left his mark on humanity. A timeline and simple quiz help kids test their understanding and knowledge.
Ages: 6 plus
Author: Jane Kent is a writer and editor with over 15 years' experience. After studying publishing at Oxford Brookes University, she worked for some of the UK's top publishers before becoming a freelancer at JVK Creative. She works on both children's and licensed book and magazine projects.
Isabel Munoz is a very happy and enthusiastic illustrator, raised in a small town in the north of Spain. Painting was her favourite hobby as a child, so when the time came it only made sense to study Fine Arts at university. Today, after lots of hard work and many filled sketchbooks, Isabel's proud to say illustration has become her dream job.
Selling Points:
- Outlines Hawking's life and main achievements, told to the reader in an engaging first-person account
- A timeline and simple questions at the end of the book help children further understand and test their knowledge
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Meet world-famous physicist Stephen Hawking and learn about his life and work in this engagingly illustrated biography. Known for both his bestselling books and his work on black holes, physicist Stephen Hawking beat the odds and lived with ALS – a form of motor neuron disease – for longer than doctors ever expected. This engrossing biography shows why Hawking is...Hardback$2199Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks
Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Publishers Weekly praises this biography as a warm, light-toned introduction to Hawking's life and achievements, highlighting his resilience and humour despite his disease. The illustrations effectively balance the seriousness of his condition with his inspiring character. Additional back matter includes a timeline and questions to engage young readers further.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9788854413627
Publisher: White Star
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 27 December 2023
Country: Italy
Imprint: White Star
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Isabel Munoz
Audience: General / adult, Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 193.0mm
Height: 236.0mm
Weight: 382g
Pages: 48
About the Author
Jane Kent is a writer and editor with over 15 years' experience. After studying publishing at Oxford Brookes University, she worked for some of the UK's top publishers before becoming a freelancer at JVK Creative. She works on both children's and licensed book and magazine projects. Isabel Munoz is a very happy and enthusiastic illustrator, raised in a small town in the north of Spain. Painting was her favourite hobby as a child, so when the time came it only made sense to study Fine Arts at university. Today, after lots of hard work and many filled sketchbooks, Isabel's proud to say illustration has become her dream job.
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