Welcome to the Mysteryverse

A World of Unsolved Wonders
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Welcome to the Mysteryverse by Clive Gifford is an engaging children's book that explores a series of fascinating mysteries from around the world. It invites young readers to embark on a journey of discovery, combining science, history, and pure curiosity. The book presents various unsolved enigmas in a way that encourages curiosity and critical thinking, while capturing the imagination with captivating illustrations and intriguing facts.
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You might enjoy this book if you're curious about uncovering the world's biggest mysteries and solving mind-boggling puzzles. It offers a thrilling journey perfect for young readers who love to explore science, history, and the unknown in a fun and engaging way.

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Welcome to the Mysteryverse

Welcome to the Mysteryverse! From the big riddles - How did life begin? How will the universe end? Is anybody out there? - to the everyday niggles - Why do cats sit in circles? Why do we yawn? Why is ice slippery? - there is so much that we still dont understand.

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Why do we dream? How come more people are right-than left-handed? Whats inside a black hole? Science is pretty amazing, but even though we know more about our universe than ever before, there still remain lots of unanswered questions that fascinate and perplex even the greatest scientific minds. These are the unknowns, the paradoxes and the things not fully explained or understood. This book is a compendium of these riveting unsolved mysteries, that still have us wondering... How? What? Why? Whisking readers through some of these holes in our scientific knowledge, the accessible and enjoyable book turns to the unanswered questions, what we do know, and some of the best current theories, as well as some of the most far out suggestions! From the personal (Why do we have fingerprints? Why do we yawn?) to the fundamental (How did life begin? Is anybody out there?) to the downright funny (Why do cats sit in circles?) Divided into chapters on People, Earth, Nature, Space and Miscellaneous Mysteries, this visually stunning compendium breaks down even the most complex topics and theories so everyone can puzzle over unanswered questions. The colourful and arresting artwork draws readers in further to ask How? What? And Why? This riveting book will capture the imagination of curious minds young and old. Maybe they can solve some of these riddles. Or maybe, some things will remain in the Mysteryverse ...

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Welcome to the Mysteryverse by Clive Gifford is described as an intriguing exploration of unanswered questions, like the nature of dreams or the mysteries of black holes. It's hailed as a treasure trove for curious young readers, with vibrant and psychedelic visuals perfect for both dipping into or reading thoroughly. Aimed at wide-eyed non-fiction fans aged seven and up, the book is seen as a delightful and informative experience.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780711280489

Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wide Eyed Editions

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Good Wives and Warriors
  • Illustrated by Good Wives and Warriors

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 256.0mm

Height: 310.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 112

About the Author

Clive Gifford has travelled to more than 70 countries, climbed rocket launch towers, ridden on robots and flown gliders. He's had more than 200 books published and received nominations for or won Royal Society, School Library Association, Smithsonian and TES awards. He won the Blue Peter Book Award for Best Book with Facts 2019 for his title The Colours of History (QED). Clive lives in Manchester, UK.

Becky Bolton and Louise Chappell formed the creative partnership Good Wives Warriors having studied together at Glasgow School of Art. Their experimental collaborative approach to illustration and installation has led to exhibitions on just about every continent and projects with Adidas, MTV and Comme des Garcons.

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