Great Lives in Graphics: Stephen Hawking

by Button Books

Overview

Great Lives in Graphics reimagines the lives of extraordinary people in vivid technicolor, presenting 250+ fascinating facts in a new and exciting way. 

 Using bright infographics, this book presents over 250 facts about Stephen Hawking, the world-famous theoretical physicist and cosmologist and author of bestselling books on science. This graphic retelling of his story gives children a colorful snapshot of his life and the world he grew up in, while educating them on everything from black holes to the Big Bang. It includes an overview of his life, a timeline spread, a family outline, and a geographical summary of important places. It also features ‘Did You Know’ facts and inspiring quotes. For children aged 8+.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781787081031
Publisher:	Button Books
Publication date:	11/03/2020
Series:	Great Lives in Graphics
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	8.00(w) x 9.80(h) x (d)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

Great Lives in Graphics has been created by Button Books' team of writers, editors, specialist historians and designers, who have collectively worked across a wide range of media including: books, magazines, newspaper, TV and radio. The design team have also worked for worldwide brands including: Nickelodeon, Penguin Books, Renault, MTV, Virgin and Levis.

Editorial Reviews

Not only is this book inspiring but it is fascinating and carries a beautiful message for children that passion and determination can overcome even the steepest obstacles.”⁠—@picturebookrecommendations

“The book does not shy away from Stephen Hawking's disability and it celebrates the huge contributions he made to the scientific world, along with his resilience and determination; offering much inspiration to the young scientists of the future.”—@mrsbrownsbookbox

“A stunning set of visual biographies #greatlivesingraphics is a great way to learn more about these notable people from our history #annefrank #cleopatra #martinlutherking #stephenhawking @gmcpublications.”—@picturebooksblogger

“Each book has an introductory page of narrative, a timeline, details of family life and spreads detailing the subject’s key achievements; and each brings to life through its stylish, easily understood infographics, the person and the accomplishments of a memorable human being. Well worth adding to primary school topic boxes and libraries.”—Red Reading Hub

“Wonderful series of books from Button Books… We are very happy to add them to our library of extraordinary people.”—@the_treasure_babes

"This range of books is called the Great Lives in Graphics series and they are books but with a comic style in ways, with amazing infographics and illustrations. They include a mixture of common and lesser known facts, to educate about famous figures from history...They're great books for any collection!"—@mancunian_mum

"We love this collection of biographies on extraordinary people throughout history from great thinkers to big creatives! This series is full of illustrations, infographics and added humour too! There are truths and trivia to learn from along the way.”—@homeplaylearn

"Absolutely superb and always top of my children's book pile.”—@mrssburns

“These books are so entertaining & a joy to read! A great way to educate & inspire young minds!”—@stylishmodernmotherhood

“School libraries need to stock up on this series because they really do deliver on making learning exciting.”—@home.read.play

“Exceptionally well written, organized and presented, all four volumes in this new 'Great Lives in Graphics' series for young readers are especially and unreservedly recommended for elementary school, middle school, and community library biography collections.”—Mid-West Book Review

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