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The Extraordinary Life of Stephen Hawking

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The Extraordinary Life of Stephen Hawking by Kate Scott is a children's book that introduces young readers to the inspiring life of the renowned theoretical physicist, Stephen Hawking. It explores his groundbreaking contributions to science, his battle with a debilitating illness, and his ability to overcome challenges with determination and curiosity. The narrative captures Hawking's passion for understanding the universe, making complex concepts accessible and inspiring for children.
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The Extraordinary Life of Stephen Hawking

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A bold new non-fiction series for 7+ readers focusing on the lives of inspirational historical and modern figures.

How did the universe begin? What is a black hole? And what happens if you throw a party for time travellers...?

When Stephen Hawking was told at the age of twenty-one that he only had a few years to live, it made him more determined than ever to find out the answers to life's big questions.

Diagnosed with motor-neurone disease as a young man, Stephen defied the odds and lived to the age of 76 - and his scientific discoveries changed the world...

From building model aeroplanes as a child to travelling all over the globe and experiencing a zero-gravity flight, Stephen Hawking's life was extraordinary from beginning to end.

Series: Extraordinary Lives

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241373927

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 January 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Esther Mols

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 110g

Pages: 128

About the Author

Kate Scott (Author) Kate Scott was born in London. She has lived in Hong Kong, Paris, Scotland, and two tiny villages in France. She now lives in Dorset with her husband and two children. Kate writes children's books, children's television programmes, radio plays and poetry. She's had lots of different jobs but now she makes up stories - the best job in the world. She likes drawing, dancing, reading and 1940s films. She hates raw tomatoes and being tickled. Sometimes her children read what she's writing and give her advice on how to make it better.

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